Assistant Professor of Biology

Biology Faculty Position

The Department of Biology at the University of Louisiana Monroe invites applications for a faculty position in Biology. We seek an energetic, student-centered educator with a Ph.D. in a relevant biological science discipline who is passionate about teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The department seeks a faculty member to teach classes for a growing instructional need in organismal biology.

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching foundational and upper-level courses that explore the relationships between biological form and physiological processes. Research experiences for both plant and animal model organisms will be considered, with preference for plant biology.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses during the fall and spring semester.

• Advise students and maintain records of student progress.

• Actively participate in recruitment and retention for the Biology degree program.

• Assist in all areas of program improvement, including participation in curriculum development, evaluation, and assessment.

• Pursue a program of scholarly research and publication.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Candidates must be passionate about teaching undergraduates. Candidates should have a earned a PhD in Biology or related disciplined. Qualifications include:

• Innovative pedagogical approaches to teaching undergraduates from diverse backgrounds
• Coursework and/or experience in biology or related field
• A research agenda or demonstration of scholarly activity
• Effective oral and written communication skills.