Specialized Faculty Teaching Position – Clinical Microbiology

Specialized Faculty Teaching Position Clinical Microbiology

Department of Biological Sciences

St. Edwards University a nationally ranked independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for a full-time 9-month specialized faculty (non-tenure-track) position as an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences beginning August 2026.

St. Edwards is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission of educating the hearts and minds of a diverse student body deeply committed to social justice.

The successful candidate will have a background in microbiology and a passion for teaching undergraduate courses to Nursing majors. Candidates with the ability to teach Immunology are especially encouraged to apply. Faculty must have the ability to work effectively with others in a collegial environment.

For consideration candidates must possess a PhD in Microbiology or a related field.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Responsibilities Include: Candidates should have an interest in and the ability or potential to teach undergraduate courses as well as support a diverse student body.

• Teach a typical load equivalent to five 3-credit courses per semester
• Prepare and teach lecture and laboratory courses in microbiology for Nursing majors (BIOL 2318/2118 Clinical Microbiology)
• Teach additional courses such as courses in the General Biology sequence Immunology or other courses consistent with the applicants expertise
• Supervise undergraduate teaching assistants
• Advise undergraduate students
• Other duties as assigned

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit an online application by clicking Application packages should include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement describing your teaching philosophy
• Mission integration statement (see below)
• Names and contact information for three references

All faculty applications must include a statement outlining how they would integrate the Universitys Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement should be included as a separate document.

Mission Integration Statement Prompt:

St. Edwards was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks an international perspective and a commitment to providing educational opportunities for students from varied cultural religious educational and economic support of the mission the different backgrounds of St. Edwards students faculty and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the individual differences life experiences unique capabilities and innovative talent that our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edwards honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that values the dignity and worth of each person and emphasizes the obligation of all individuals to work towards a more just world.

While serving as a faculty member at St. Edwards University how would your individual differences life experiences and unique capabilities contribute to the mission as described above Describe how your prior work aligns with the universitys mission.

Applicants should submit materials by January 15th 2026 for full consideration; however the position will remain open until filled.