Tenure-Track Biology Professor: Vertebrate Zoology

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology, starting August 2027, on the UVU Main Campus in Orem. The position emphasizes Vertebrate Zoology, with teaching in courses such as BIOL 1620 and ZOOL 3100, and possibly Mammalogy or Ichthyology based on departmental needs.

Applicants are encouraged to apply with backgrounds in vertebrate zoology, mammalogy, or veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• PhD or DVM in Biology or related field required; ABD considered with verification before hire.
• Experience teaching undergraduate students and ability to mentor undergraduates.
• Strong knowledge of active learning pedagogies and teaching open-enrollment courses.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and delivers approved Biology courses with measurable objectives.
• Creates instructional materials and selects books and equipment for coursework.
• Maintain records of student attendance, performance, and follow-up.

Skills

Teaching undergraduate students

Mentoring undergraduates

Open collaboration

Education

PhD or DVM in Biology or related field

ABD considered with verification before August hire

Regional accreditation

Job description

Utah Valley University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology, starting August 2027, on the UVU Main Campus in Orem. The position emphasizes Vertebrate Zoology, with teaching in courses such as BIOL 1620 and ZOOL 3100, and possibly Mammalogy or Ichthyology based on departmental needs.

Applicants are encouraged to apply with backgrounds in vertebrate zoology, mammalogy, or veterinary medicine.