Assistant Professor of Biology
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Job Location:
Eureka, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 45000 - 55000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Professor of Biology
REPORTS TO: Math & Science Division Chair Dr. Katy Everett
POSITION SUMMARY: The Division of Science and Mathematics at Eureka College invites applications for a full-time position in Biology at the rank of Assistant Professor starting August 2026. The successful candidate will teach 24 credits annually along with assisting in advising biology clinical lab science and pre-professional majors and occasionally mentoring senior thesis projects as part of the colleges Honors Program. The biology faculty may be required to participate in the colleges interdisciplinary programs including first year seminar or 10 Essentials (general education) science courses at Eureka College. This position has the potential to be offered as a 1-year Visiting Assistant Professor position (with the potential for becoming tenure-track) if degree qualifications and/or preferred experience are not met on day one. Please submit your CV Cover Letter and three professional references with your application materials.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Teach 12 credit hours each semester (24 credits per academic year) of undergraduate coursework in mathematics.
Courses in 2026-27 academic year will include:
- Principles of Biology I and II
- Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II
- Possible: Molecular and Cellular Biology or Microbiology
Future courses could include and/or introduce:
- Microbiology
- Genetics
- Computational Biology
- Botany or Plant Science
- Soil Science
- Research Methods
- Comparative Anatomy
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve on college committees.
- Participate in faculty governance (monthly meetings).
- Supervise undergraduate honors theses & research (as needed).
- Help in the recruiting process of future/prospective students.
- Propose innovations to the Biology program at Eureka College to meet the demands of the current job market and student interests.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
May supervise student workers.
EDUCATION
Essential:
Essential:
- PhD in Biology or related field doctoral degree or ABD with the requirements for the PhD completed by the appointment time of August 1 2024.
- MS applications will also be considered for a Visiting Assistant Professor 1-year appointment.
Desirable: Previous teaching in higher education
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: None
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES:
- Effective communicator
- Organized
- Skilled with Microsoft and electronic mail
SALARY RANGE: $45000 - $55000 annually
BENEFITS:
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health Dental Vision Life Disability & AD&D insurance; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution; paid leaves such as Vacation Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of benefits here EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration faculty staff and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race color religion national origin gender (including gender identity or expression) sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability or ancestry.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk or sit. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Normal workdays are Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM including one hour allocated for lunch. Some flexibility for evening or weekend hours is required.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
About Company
Eureka College is a liberal arts college in Eureka, IL. For 168 years, we've equipped graduates to be engaged citizens, leaders, & successful professionals.
