Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall | I02453

Position: Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall 2026| I02453
Posting Number I02453 Classification Title Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall 2026 | I01986 Working Title Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall 2026| I02453 Employee Group Faculty Bargaining Unit APSCUF Location Main Campus Department Biology Pay Rate

Employment Type

Regular FT Work Schedule

Teaching schedule for the  academic year has not as yet been created though the faculty member will have a 24 hour teaching schedule.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology beginning August 2026.

The faculty member's primary teaching responsibilities will include Human Anatomy and Physiology I & II. This individual will also be required to teach other introductory and advanced biology majors courses and non-majors biology courses for our general education program as needed. Additional teaching responsibilities may include courses in the faculty member's area of specialization. Preference will be given for individuals who can teach any combination of the following courses:
Zoology, Vertebrate Anatomy, Evolution, Microbiology, Biostatistics, Animal Physiology, Embryology, or Histology.

The department expects faculty will continue engaging in scholarly growth and professional development related to the applicant's area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

Broadly trained animal biologist, PhD in Biology or related field must be completed by July 1, 2026.

Commitment to the education of diverse populations.

Successful performance in an on-campus interview, including teaching and research presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of undergraduate teaching experience, with evidence of teaching effectiveness. Experience teaching Anatomy and Physiology. Experience teaching in at least one additional area of biology, based on specialization. Preference will be given for individuals who can teach any combination of the following courses:
Zoology, Vertebrate Anatomy, Evolution, Microbiology, Biostatistics, Animal Physiology, Embryology, or Histology.

Posting Detail Information

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Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator

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Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must electronically submit a teaching philosophy and research philosophy. These documents should be submitted as part of the online application. The teaching philosophy should be submitted using the "Teaching Philosophy" tab and the Research Philosophy should be submitted using the "Research Philosophy" tab. Please include three professional references with your submitted materials.

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Transcripts must be uploaded using the online system. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment.

Recommended candidates will be required to a complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 26, 2026

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Curriculum Vitae

* Cover Letter/Letter of Application

* Teaching Philosophy

* Unofficial Transcripts

* Unofficial Transcripts 2

* Research Philosophy

Optional Documents

* Unofficial Transcripts 3

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