Assistant Professor Biology (Tenure Track)
Assistant Professor Biology (Tenure Track)
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Oglethorpe University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Biology to begin August 2026.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses across the biology curriculum including introductory-level biology and statistics courses upper-level electives in their area of expertise and a senior-level capstone. Teaching responsibilities within the biology program will be focused on courses in the major serving pre-health students such as Anatomy & Physiology I & II and an introductory course in Nutrition. The successful candidate should also be prepared to contribute to the Oglethorpe Core Program by teaching a biology-themed general education course Science and Human Nature.
An Assistant Professor of Biology typically teaches the equivalent of two lectures and two labs per semester on a ten-month contract. Tenure-track faculty in the Division of Natural Sciences are expected to maintain an active research program that engages undergraduate student researchers. Research expectations are balanced with teaching responsibilities and service commitments. This position will require a service commitment to develop and oversee a pre-health advising program for undergraduate students. Working with colleagues in the Division of Natural Sciences the successful candidate will develop cocurricular programming and an advising system to support pre-health students. This work will be supported by mentorship from senior faculty and appropriate external training and professional development.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field in hand by August 2026 is required. We are open to all fields with the strongest consideration given to candidates with expertise in the area of Physiology or a related medically focused discipline. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with innovative teaching methods appropriate for the undergraduate classroom (e.g. active learning and inquiry-based labs) and should have experience in or at least an interest in learning about and applying team-based and multidisciplinary teaching approaches.
About Oglethorpe University
Founded in 1835 Oglethorpe University is a liberal arts college that unites a close-knit campus community with the big city culture and opportunities of Atlanta Georgia. Today the university enrolls over 1400 students representing 33 states and 31 countries and offers students Atlantas premiere undergraduate learning experience. Students at Oglethorpe benefit from small classes and close connections to our outstanding faculty.
Application Instructions
Candidates should submit a cover letter curriculum vitae a statement of teaching philosophy a student-centered research plan and the names and contact information for three the cover letter please address all the qualifications stated above and share how your teaching and mentoring practices align with Oglethorpes commitment to an inclusive learning environment.
To ensure full consideration please submit all required materials via the application portal. Review of applications will begin on November 10th and continue until the position is filled. Specific questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Mariel Meier ().
Employment Type
Full-Time
