Assistant Professor of Biology

University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of North Georgia in Dahlonega, GA, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology. The candidate will teach genetics and general biology, mentor undergraduates, and contribute to scholarly activity and service within the department.

We seek a Ph.D. in biology or related field, with undergrad teaching experience and a plan to build a student research program. Rolling review begins December 1, 2026; position is full-time for ten months.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biology or closely related field.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate level (preferred).
• Teaching experience in genetics.
• Experience using GIS.
• Ability to work with faculty and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research.

Responsabilités

• Teach undergraduate courses in genetics and general biology plus candidate's area(s) of expertise.
• Scholarly work involving undergraduates.
• Advising students.
• Service to the department, university, and community.

Formation

Ph.D. in biology or closely related field

Outils

GIS

Description du poste

Assistant Professor of Biology

University of North Georgia

in Dahlonega, GA

Type: Full-Time

Category: Biology

Assistant Professor of Biology

Job ID: 305402

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia Department of Biology invites applicants for a ten-month tenure - track position at the assistant professor level. We are seeking a biologist with expertise and teaching experience in genetics. The successful candidate will have a record of mentoring students in research or will demonstrate a well-developed plan for initiating a student research program.

Open until filled but review of applications will be on a rolling basis beginning December 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in genetics and general biology plus candidate's area(s) of expertise
• Scholarly work involving undergraduates
• Advising students
• Service to the department, university, and community

Required Qualifications

Ph. D. degree in biology or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level
• Teaching experience in genetics
• Experience using GIS
• Ability to work with faculty and students from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to engage in interdisciplinary research

Required Documents to Attach

Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Transcripts, Teaching Philosophy Statement (two pages maximum), and Research Statement that describes your experience mentoring undergraduate students or outlines your plans for mentoring research students (two pages maximum). Contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will be required to drive.

This role is considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.

This position does not require security clearance.

Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Background CheckPosition of Trust + EducationSpecial Applicant InstructionsIf you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course-by-course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at http://www.naces.org