Assistant Professor of Biology
| Company | Penn State |
|---|---|
| Location | Center Valley, Upper Saucon Township, PA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PhD |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Biology or closely related field required (ABD will be considered but the degree must be completed by December 2025)
- Prior college-level teaching experience required
Responsibilities
- Teach nine contact hours per semester, which could include General Biology lectures and labs, Microbiology lectures and labs, Anatomy and Physiology lectures and labs, and/or upper-level courses in the candidate’s field of study including but not limited to microbial ecology, cell biology, developmental biology, and infectious diseases
- Commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment is expected
- Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening, night and/or weekend classes as needed
- Establish a research program involving undergraduates where you publish in referred journals and present at regional, national and/or international conferences
- Academic advising of students
- Participate in campus, college, university, and professional service activities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with undergraduates is preferred
- Interest in active and collaborative learning is an advantage
- Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important