Tenure-Track Biology Faculty: Research & Teaching

University of West Florida; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of West Florida seeks two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Biology for the Pensacola campus, starting August 2027. The department welcomes collaborative scholars who will contribute to teaching and research across undergraduate and graduate programs.

Successful candidates will teach, advise, and develop independent research programs with external funding opportunities, mentoring students at multiple levels, on a nine-month, full-time basis.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biology or closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Potential for developing an externally funded independent research program.
• Experience with undergraduate and master's level teaching, emphasizing evidence-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biology.
• Mentor students in classroom and laboratory settings.
• Establish and sustain a rigorous, independent research program and pursue external funding.
• Provide hands-on research training opportunities for undergraduate and master's students.

Skills

Independent research

Grant writing

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Biology or closely related discipline

Job description

The University of West Florida seeks two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Biology for the Pensacola campus, starting August 2027. The department welcomes collaborative scholars who will contribute to teaching and research across undergraduate and graduate programs.

Successful candidates will teach, advise, and develop independent research programs with external funding opportunities, mentoring students at multiple levels, on a nine-month, full-time basis.