Assistant Professors of Biology

Job Summary

Wilberforce University is a small Liberal Arts University with an entrepreneurial focus and a legacy as the nation’s first private HBCU. Faculty are expected to fulfill the mission and core values with dedication, compliance with all university and academic area policies, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to the success of students and the university. Broad responsibilities include teaching face‑to‑face, research and grant writing, and service to the community.

Instructional proficiency is required in various modalities (in‑person, virtual, or online).

• Teach biology courses ranging from General Biology principles to Human Anatomy and Physiology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Genetics, and Environmental Biology in the Department of Biology, College of Professional Studies.
• Provide academic service to the Department, College, and University, including attending and participating in Student Orientation, Student Preview days, Majors Fair, and other events requiring faculty participation.

• PhD in Biology from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Candidates with ABD considered but must have a conferred Ph.D. by July 1, 2026.

• Two years of successful teaching experience in biology, including at least a year’s experience with teaching completely online.
• Experience must include 1 year using modern educational technology, including multimedia‑based instructional methods, and use of online platforms, such as Canvas, for synchronous and asynchronous instruction.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of, and instructional capability in, relevant software packages specific to Biology.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct (present and publish) scholarly research, and to write grants.
• Must be available to teach in person, on campus courses.

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae including all post‑doctoral and/or professional employment; published and/or peer‑reviewed articles; and authored, funded research proposals, with funded amount and funding agency
• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts from all institutions attended must be received prior to offer.)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

All applications and required documents must be submitted to human resources. A complete packet must be submitted for full consideration no later than January 16, 2026. Applications received after that date will not be processed.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.

Wilberforce University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community.