Assistant Professor of Physiology — Undergrad Research Focus

Society for Integrative & Comparative Biology; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 97,888 - 107,628; Full time

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in physiology within the Biological Sciences Department to begin around August 12, 2027. The position emphasizes undergraduate and graduate education with a student-centered research program involving undergraduates and master’s students.

The successful candidate will teach a range of biology courses, including human anatomy and physiology, and contribute to cross-disciplinary collaborations,

Qualifications

• Evidence of high-quality teaching and research with students.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of biology courses including non-major and large-enrollment offerings.
• Develop a student-centered research program involving undergraduates and master’s students.
• Contribute to service and cross-disciplinary collaborations.
• Pursue external funding and grant development that leads to publication.

Education

Ph.D. in Biology, Physiology or a closely related field

Job description

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in physiology within the Biological Sciences Department to begin around August 12, 2027. The position emphasizes undergraduate and graduate education with a student-centered research program involving undergraduates and master’s students.

The successful candidate will teach a range of biology courses, including human anatomy and physiology, and contribute to cross-disciplinary collaborations,