Assistant Professor of Biology

Providence College; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biology, beginning August 1, 2027. A Ph.D. in biological sciences is required, with preferred post-doctoral experience.

The candidate will teach General Biology and upper-level courses such as Physiology or Developmental Biology, develop an active research program, and mentor undergraduates. The department offers outstanding facilities and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biological sciences required.
• Post-doctoral experience preferred.
• Ability to teach General Biology to biology majors.
• Ability to teach upper-level courses (Physiology, Developmental Biology, Genetics & Genomics).
• Develop and maintain an active research program.

Responsibilities

• Teach General Biology for biology majors.
• Teach upper-level courses in area of expertise.
• Develop and maintain an active research program.
• Mentor undergraduate students.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Mentoring

Research program development

Education

Ph.D. in Biological sciences

Job description

The Department of Biology at Providence College in Providence, RI invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginningAugust 1, 2027. We seek candidates who will hold a Ph.D. in the biological sciences and preferentially post-doctoral experience. Successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain an active research program with original scholarship and to demonstrate excellence in teaching and mentoring of undergraduate students. The successful candidate should be able to teach General Biology for biology majors, as well as one or more upper-level courses in their area of expertise, which may include Physiology, Developmental Biology, or Genetics and Genomics.The department has outstanding teaching and research facilities including a vivarium, a microscopy and bioimaging suite, a cell culture room,a new spinning disc confocal microscope, autoclave, freezers, common use molecular equipment, and dedicated wet labs for student/faculty research.

As the student body at Providence College grows increasingly diverse, we encourage applications from candidates who demonstrate a deep commitment to and proven ability in supporting the success of students from historically marginalized economic, social, and cultural groups.

For additional information please contact: Patrick Ewanchuk, Chair, Biology Department, Providence College, Providence, RI 02918-0001 or [e-mail].

The salary range for this position is between $77,000-$87,000.

We seek candidates who will hold a Ph.D. in the biological sciences and preferentially post-doctoral experience.