Assistant Professor of BiologyChemistry

Sioux Falls, SD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

POSITION: Assistant Professor of Biology/Chemistry

CLASSIFICATION: Faculty Full-time Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Natural Sciences

REPORTS TO: Vice President for Academic Affairs

POSTED: November 2025

The University of Sioux Falls invites applications for a full-time position in the Natural Sciences. The University of Sioux Falls is a private Christian university offering a positive collegial work environment and a strong benefit and compensation package. Generous benefits include but are not limited to health and dental insurance employer HSA contributions and tuition remission as part of the full-time employee compensation package.Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS AND MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

Candidates must possess an earned masters degree in biology molecular biology biochemistry or a related field. An earned or in progress Doctorate is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities for this faculty position include teaching undergraduate biological science courses at all levels both on-ground and online with opportunities in related disciplines based on the candidates abilities. The faculty member is expected to participate in curriculum assessment and development activities and to fully engage in university and community life. Applicants will be considered across all areas of the life sciences with a preference for those with broad training in biology and chemistry. Depending on the candidates strengths and interests teaching responsibilities may include introductory biology introductory chemistry biochemistry upper-level biology and chemistry courses. Successful candidates should be committed to academic excellence in a Christian liberal arts environment that integrates faith and learning and must pass a required background check.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY & THE SIOUX FALLS COMMUNITY

Founded in 1883 the University of Sioux Falls is a Christian Liberal Arts University affiliated with the American Baptist Churches U.S.A. with a total headcount of over 1600 students including undergraduate and graduate students. USF is inclusive of all denominations with many represented on campus. Our mission is to foster academic excellence and the development of mature Christian persons for service to God and humankind in the world. Our motto is Culture for Service. We offer more than undergraduate masters and doctoral programs available on-ground hybrid and online.

The University is a member of the Council of Independent Colleges and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. USF is also accredited by the following: Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). USF is a member of the NCAA Division II and competes in the Northern Sun Athletic Conference (NSIC).

The University is located in the heart of South Dakotas largest city with a metropolitan area population of approximately 280000 residents. Existing at the intersection of Interstate 29 north to south and Interstate 90 east to westSioux Falls is a highly rated city for its quality of life recreational and athletic facilities and strong business climate in healthcare education banking business and non-profit organizations. For further information about USF visit:

APPLICATION

Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit the following to be considered for the position: applications must be complete to receive full consideration.

Letter of application
Resume or vitae
A statement of teaching philosophy that includes the integration of faith and learning
Personal statement of Christian faith
Official transcripts of all graduate work (unofficial transcripts accepted for initial interview)
Three letters of professional recommendation

Please note that the initial interview may be conducted without all recommendations submitted to USF but the applicants file must otherwise be complete.

The review of applications will begin immediately as qualified applicants submit and will continue until the search is successful. A selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

The University of Sioux Falls is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the application process please contact.

POSITION: Assistant Professor of Biology/ChemistryCLASSIFICATION: Faculty Full-time ExemptDEPARTMENT: Natural SciencesREPORTS TO: Vice President for Academic Affairs POSTED: November 2025The University of Sioux Falls invites applications for a full-time positio...