Assistant​/Associate Professor of Developmental Biology

Assistant/Associate Professor of Developmental Biology

We seek an exceptional scholar‑teacher whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen the department’s existing programs in cellular/molecular biology, microbiology, biotechnology, and biomedical sciences. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, student mentorship, and high‑quality scientific teaching.

• Teach assigned biology courses, including lectures and laboratories.
• Develop and teach upper‑level electives aligned with the candidate’s expertise.
• Engage in professional development and demonstrate a commitment to instructional excellence, student engagement, and lifelong learning.
• Incorporate research‑based or inquiry‑driven teaching approaches to promote student engagement and success.
• Pursue intramural and extramural funding to support research activities.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research projects, publish findings in journals and conferences, secure external funding through grant writing, and mentor graduate students.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, maintaining accessibility through office hours and electronic communication.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and submit required reports.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and administration.

• Ph.D. in Developmental Biology, Neurobiology, Embryology, or a closely related discipline.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity (peer‑reviewed publications).
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to mentor students in both coursework and research settings.
• Evidence of or strong potential for securing external funding.
• Experience supervising undergraduate research.
• Proficiency with modern molecular, cellular, imaging, or computational techniques relevant to the position.
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to walk short distances.
• Ability to prepare and analyze data and figures.
• Ability to view a computer terminal and engage in extensive reading.

• Ability to utilize technology and innovative pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning.
• Ability to work effectively in teams.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student population in a multicultural environment.

Position:
Full‑Time

Posting Number: F994

Open Date: 03/26/2026 — Close Date: 06/30/2026

Required Documents (for applicants):
Resume, Cover Letter, Transcript 1 (Other documents are optional: Letters of Recommendation, additional transcripts).

• No travel required.
• Work may include nights, weekends, and after‑hours.
• Position is supported with regular institutional funding; no grant or contract funding is required.