Faculty Position Department of Biology

Belhaven University, a Christian university committed to the ministry of integrating faith and learning, is searching for a candidate for a professor in the Department of Biology at the traditional undergraduate campus in Jackson, Mississippi. This is an open-rank, tenure-track position. Belhaven is located in a historic residential neighborhood just north of downtown Jackson. Jackson is a pleasant city with parks, bike trails, and a thriving arts and cultural community.  

The Biology Department values strong partnerships within the community and within the university. Current faculty are collaborative and collegial with other departments working together on research, recruitment, and other projects. We have an active Biology Career and Service Club and encourage students to engage in service projects and in professional development, such as applying for internships and attending conferences.  

Responsibilities 

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses supporting both introductory biology and an area of their expertise. Candidates will conduct and supervise undergraduate student research projects, carry out student advising and mentoring, and participate in departmental activities that foster community.  

Qualifications 

A Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline is required.  Experience supervising undergraduate research and teaching is preferred but not required. Applicants must be able to articulate a Christian worldview in one’s teaching and academic discipline and fully support the University vision, mission and statement of faith. The candidate should contribute to the spiritual and academic fellowship of the University.  

Application 

A confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Compensation and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

For informal questions and inquiries about the position, please contact: 

Dr. Robert Waltzer, Chair of the Department of Biology 

For a formal application, please submit the following: 

• ACV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position, including an explanation of your interest in Christian higher education 
• A3 to 4 paragraph statement of how you would integrate the Biblical worldview into all instructional content 
• Abrief account (750 words or less) of your spiritual pilgrimage including the time and circumstances surrounding your becoming a believer in Christ and your current relationship with Christ. 

Follow this link to review Belhaven University’s Commitment Statement including our employee expectations. Should you receive a job offer, you will be asked to accept this agreement by signing it.  

Confidential questions and formal applications may be submitted to Monica French, Project Manager for Academic Affairs