Assistant Professor – Cell and Molecular Biology

Summary: The Cell and Molecular Biology (CMB) Department at Grand Valley State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in CMB to begin Fall 2026. Applicants are expected to have earned a PhD in cell and molecular biology or a closely related field. The successful candidate will have broad deep knowledge and experience with the subject matter and techniques in cell and molecular biology. The successful candidate will teach both graduate and undergraduate students and mentor students in research. Individuals from all backgrounds including from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively engage with students colleagues and community members with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.

Required Qualifications and Education:

• PhD in cell and molecular biology or a closely related field.

• Commitment to successful college-level teaching and ongoing research activity.

• Demonstrated expertise in using cell and molecular techniques to address research problems in genetics cell biology developmental biology health agriculture environmental or related fields.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills such as the ability to interact with others with respect and cultural humility.

Preferred Qualifications and Education:

• Demonstrated success in research and teaching undergraduate/ graduate students.

• Ability to teach advanced courses including laboratory techniques in cell and molecular biology and advanced research applications in molecular genetics as well as our first-year undergraduate sequence (course-based undergraduate research experiences).

• Potential to develop courses in emerging fields.

• Ability to contribute to the leadership of the departments Molecular Monitoring for Health and the Environment lab.

Responsibilities: Tenure track faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are typically hired on nine-month contracts with a nine-credit hour teaching load per semester. They are also expected to engage in scholarly/creative activity service and a significant focus which is equivalent to three credit hours of additional responsibilities in teaching scholarly/creative activity and/or service depending on the successful candidates interests and the departments needs. Primary duties may include teaching in the core curriculum of undergraduate and graduate programs. The specific teaching assignment will be dependent upon the successful candidates qualifications and interests and the needs of the department.

Minimum Starting Salary: $72691; commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dental life insurance generous employer retirement contributions wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Department: The Cell and Molecular Biology Department consists of 9 faculty members two lab managers and an academic coordinator who together offer a minor BS and MS in Cell and Molecular Biology undergraduate and graduate certificates in Bioinformatics and Genomics and two badges in brewing: Homebrewing; and Craft Brewing. Additionally the department operates the Laboratory of Molecular Monitoring for Health and the Environment.

College: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is the largest college at Grand Valley offering over 50 bachelors degrees and a growing number of advanced degrees in the natural and mathematical sciences the fine arts and humanities and the social sciences. CLAS is a student-centered learning community that welcomes individuals from various backgrounds and engages in critical inquiry extending knowledge to enrich and enliven individual and public life. Our faculty are active teacher-scholars committed to offering students an accessible and community-engaged liberal arts and sciences education that prepares them for meaningful careers. There are many opportunities for collaboration within CLAS and across a broad group of partners on and off campus. We are interested in attracting a cohort of new faculty committed to these core values as we seek to foster a community where members from all backgrounds can live learn and thrive together.

University: Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale downtown Grand Rapids and Holland plus centers in Detroit Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts approximately 22000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people is affordable and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago Detroit Lake Michigan beaches and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Information can be found at the Community Resources page on Grand Valley State University Human Resources website.

How To Apply: Apply online at GVSU Careers. To be considered for the position applicants must upload the following items to the online application:

• A cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU.

• Curriculum vitae which includes contact information for three professional references.

• A statement of teaching philosophy that includes evidence of using teaching practices to support students with varied learning needs and backgrounds.

• A statement of research experiences and interests.

• Graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts issued to students are acceptable).

The online application will allow you to attach these documents electronically in the same file location. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. They will also be asked to provide three recommendation letters before the interview. If you need technical assistance email Human Resources (). Questions about the position may be directed to: Dr. Pei-Lan Tsou ().

Application Deadline: Consideration of applicants will begin on November 10 2025. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University thereafter.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1- (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.