Assistant Professor, Cluster Hires in Biology: Integrative Biology

Appalachian State University; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University is seeking two Assistant Professors for the Biology Department in Boone, North Carolina, starting Fall 2027. The role involves teaching and mentoring at undergraduate and graduate levels, with an emphasis on integrative approaches to ecology.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Biology, demonstrated teaching ability, and a commitment to diversity and student success. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biology or a related field with postdoctoral experience (no ABD consideration).
• Expertise in integrative approaches to ecology and climate change impacts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in evolution, ecology, and plant physiology.
• Develop instructional materials for large lectures and small classes.
• Advise students on research projects and career development.

Skills

Integrative approaches

Teaching and advising

Communication skills

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Education

Ph.D. in Biology or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor, Cluster Hires in Biology: Integrative Biology

Department of Biology – Appalachian State University – Boone, North Carolina. Tenure‑track, rank of Assistant Professor. Position to begin in Fall 2027. Application deadline: 08/31/2026 (Open Until Filled).

Position Summary

We are hiring two assistant‑professor‑level faculty in the Integrative Biology concentration. Candidates will develop a competitive research program combining integrative techniques with evolutionary, ecological, and climate change questions in plant and animal systems. They will also design and teach courses and advise undergraduate and master’s students.

Responsibilities

• Teach required and elective courses in the candidate’s specialty, including evolution, ecology, global change ecology, plant physiology, and first‑year biology sequence topics.
• Develop and deliver face‑to‑face and online instruction for large lecture and small discussion classes.
• Plan and supervise undergraduate and master’s research projects.
• Advising students on academic progress and career development.
• Collaborate with colleagues on department, college, and university affairs.
• Participate in faculty mentoring and professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biology or a related field with postdoctoral experience (no ABD consideration).
• Expertise or strong interest in integrative approaches to host‑pathogen/symbiont interactions, disease ecology, climate change impacts on species interactions, or comparative responses across lineages.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses in biology at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for teaching, advising, and collaboration.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how research and teaching interests complement departmental strengths.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Research statement (maximum 3 pages) outlining short‑term and long‑term goals and student involvement.
• Teaching statement (maximum 3 pages) including philosophy, experiences, and mentorship strategies.
• Contact information for three references.

Other Information

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Whole‑time appointment (1.0 FTE). Eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. VISA sponsorship is available.