Tenure-Track Biology Professor (Molecular & Developmental)

Transylvania University; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Transylvania University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology starting August 25, 2027. The successful candidate will teach a two-class load with laboratories each regular term and a single class during May term, contributing to the program's emphasis on interdisciplinary dialogue and undergraduate research.

Eligible candidates must hold a Ph.D. by the start date; specialization in Eukaryotic Molecular Biology, Eukaryotic Genetics, or Developmental

Qualifications

• Ph.D. by the start date is required; candidates with a strong record in research and teaching will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach upper-level Eukaryotic Molecular Biology and introductory Cells and Molecules courses with laboratory components.
• Develop and supervise biology electives in specialty areas such as stem cells, cancer biology, developmental biology, or genomics/bioinformatics.
• Contribute to First-Year programs and advise students; engage in scholarship and service to the university.

Skills

Teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring undergraduates

Education

Ph.D. by start date

Job description

Transylvania University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology starting August 25, 2027. The successful candidate will teach a two-class load with laboratories each regular term and a single class during May term, contributing to the program's emphasis on interdisciplinary dialogue and undergraduate research.

Eligible candidates must hold a Ph.D. by the start date; specialization in Eukaryotic Molecular Biology, Eukaryotic Genetics, or Developmental