Professor of Practice, Biology Education & Innovation

Purdue University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University Indianapolis invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Biological Sciences. This non-tenure-track position emphasizes teaching excellence, program development, and student success, with multi-year rolling contracts and a clear promotion track.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in biology or related field, demonstrate evidence-based teaching, and engage in mentoring undergraduates while contributing to online and on-campus programs.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biology or related field by start date.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student success.
• Experience with evidence-based teaching and biology education scholarship.
• Ability to teach a range of undergraduate biology courses.
• Interest in online course design for working professionals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and teach introductory biology courses in Indianapolis.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary faculty to support pre-medicine initiatives.
• Contribute to online and residential master’s degree programs.
• Mentor undergraduate students pursuing health-related careers.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Mentoring undergraduates

Curriculum coordination

Education

Ph.D. in biology or related field

Job description

Purdue University Indianapolis invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Biological Sciences. This non-tenure-track position emphasizes teaching excellence, program development, and student success, with multi-year rolling contracts and a clear promotion track.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in biology or related field, demonstrate evidence-based teaching, and engage in mentoring undergraduates while contributing to online and on-campus programs.