Assistant Professor of Biology; Evolutionary Biology

Job Title:

Assistant Professor of Biology (Evolutionary Biology)

Location:

MGA - Macon

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi‑campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses – Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins – all located in central Georgia – and global outreach through its fully‑online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties.

The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

The Department of Natural Sciences serves a student body ranging from science majors to students taking science courses for their core curriculum. We offer the Bachelor of Science in Biology degree. The B.S. in Biology degree is an undergraduate degree that prepares students for the modern workplace, graduate school, or pre‑professional schools (e.g., medical, dental, veterinary, pharmacy).

Middle Georgia State University is seeking a candidate for the position of tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Biology for the School of Health and Natural Sciences in the Department of Natural Sciences to begin fall 2026. This position involves teaching, scholarship, and service. Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening, lower‑level and/or upper‑level biology courses. Travel from Macon campus to another campus (Cochran) may be required.

This position involves teaching undergraduate courses and scholarship. All faculty are expected to assist in student recruitment, curriculum development, mentoring, and serving on departmental and university committees. Travel among our campuses will be required as needed. Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening classes, online and/or hybrid courses.

PhD degree in Biology or related field with special attention given to evolutionary biology.

• Prior successful teaching experience
• Experience or interest in supervising undergraduate research

• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Names and contact information of three references
• Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position open until filled. This position will begin August 1, 2026. This is a full‑time, 10‑month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment opportunity employer that provides equal access and opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.