Assistant Professor (Genetics)-9 month, Tenure Track

Missouri State University; Mississippi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Assistant Professor in Genetics for a tenure-track position. This role involves teaching, mentoring, and conducting research in the biomedical sciences, focusing on human genetics. The successful candidate will engage students through innovative teaching methods and develop a robust research agenda that includes student collaboration and funding applications. Join a vibrant academic community committed to diversity and excellence, where your contributions will significantly impact student success and the advancement of knowledge in the field.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in genetics or molecular biology required.
• Ability to teach human-focused genetics courses.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and support undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop an active research program with peer-reviewed publications.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Research Skills

Effective Communication

Mentoring

Innovative Pedagogy

Education

Doctorate (PhD, MD, etc.) in Genetics or Molecular Biology

Job description

Assistant Professor (Genetics)-9 month, Tenure Track

The first date of consideration is December 13, 2024, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Official transcripts required at time of hire.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Colette Witkowski, Search Chair at [e-mail].

Position Information

Position Title: Assistant Professor (Genetics)-9 month, Tenure Track
Work Location: Springfield Campus
Department: Biomedical Sciences
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.
Faculty Appointment Type: Term (9 month)
Begin Date of Appointment: 08/11/2025
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

General Function

The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research.

Description of Primary Duties

The position is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty appointment in a program that has a human-focused emphasis in the cellular and molecular aspects of the biomedical sciences. We seek a candidate with experience and expertise in genetics and molecular biology. Responsibilities include instructing, advising, and supporting both undergraduate and graduate students, as well as providing access to high-impact practices for increasing student retention, persistence, and success. The candidate will develop an active research program involving undergraduate and graduate (MS) students that results in peer-reviewed publications and applications for extramural funding.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook.

Additional Qualifications

• A doctorate (PhD, MD, etc.) in genetics, molecular biology, or closely related field
• Ability to teach courses in human-focused genetics and related electives
• Potential for, or evidence of, application of innovative, learner-centered pedagogy
• Involvement and ability to engage undergraduate and graduate students in biomedical science research
• A publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals
• Ability or potential to mentor and support our student population
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.