Open-Rank Biology Faculty: Vertebrate Zoology & Mentorship

Woodbury School of Business; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position in Biology to begin August 2027. We seek a Vertebrate Zoology scholar prepared to teach BIOL 1620 and ZOOL 3100, with potential to offer Mammalogy and Ichthyology courses as needed.

The successful candidate will establish an active undergraduate mentoring-based research program, publish peer-reviewed work, contribute to open-enrollment initiatives, and participate in college and university service.

Qualifications

• PhD or DVM in biology or a related discipline required.
• Experience teaching undergraduate students.
• ABD considered if doctorate verification is received by July prior to the hire date in August.
• Evidence of innovative teaching using data-driven methods.
• Ability to engage in open-enrollment and hybrid/online instruction.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess approved Biology courses with measurable objectives.
• Contribute to course materials and maintain current records of student progress.
• Mentor undergraduate students and support research activities.
• Develop and maintain an active research program with undergraduate involvement.
• Participate in department, college, and university service as appropriate.

Skills

Teaching

Vertebrate Zoology

Active learning

Mentoring students

Education

PhD or DVM in Biology

Job description

Utah Valley University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position in Biology to begin August 2027. We seek a Vertebrate Zoology scholar prepared to teach BIOL 1620 and ZOOL 3100, with potential to offer Mammalogy and Ichthyology courses as needed.

The successful candidate will establish an active undergraduate mentoring-based research program, publish peer-reviewed work, contribute to open-enrollment initiatives, and participate in college and university service.