Tenure-Track Genetics Professor: Undergrad & Grad Teaching

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA invites applications for a 10-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in cellular and molecular genetics with a start date in August 2027. A Ph.D. in a relevant field is required; postdoctoral experience is preferred.

The position focuses on undergraduate and graduate teaching and developing courses within Biology. The successful candidate will establish a funded research program, mentor student researchers, and contribute to the department’s scholarly

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required at time of appointment.
• Postdoctoral experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory genetics course.
• Potentially teach introductory cellular and molecular biology.
• Develop other upper-level and/or graduate-level courses in their field.
• Establish and maintain an externally funded research program with mentoring and publishing with student co-authors.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring students

Curriculum development

Education

Ph.D. in genetics/cellular/molecular biology

Job description

James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA invites applications for a 10-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in cellular and molecular genetics with a start date in August 2027. A Ph.D. in a relevant field is required; postdoctoral experience is preferred.

The position focuses on undergraduate and graduate teaching and developing courses within Biology. The successful candidate will establish a funded research program, mentor student researchers, and contribute to the department’s scholarly