Assistant Professor of Biology (12 month, teaching or tenure track)

Position Details

Posting Summary

Position Title Assistant Professor of Biology (12 month, teaching or tenure track) Posting Number F250P Division School of Sciences Department Col.Health Professions & Sci. Location Erie, Pa Position Summary

The Department of Biology at Gannon University is accepting applications for a full-time, twelve-month, Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026. We seek a dynamic educator to join our existing faculty members in providing high-quality instructional experiences. Preference will be given to candidates with previous teaching experience in human anatomy and physiology and microbiology, and to individuals with experience instructing nursing/health science students.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory biology courses, including human anatomy and physiology and microbiology courses across all three academic semesters (summer, spring, and fall). The individual will be hired as either a tenure-track or teaching-track assistant professor. All faculty are expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching and service, participate in academic advising, and pursue professional development, Tenure-track faculty teach 24 credit hours per academic year, are assessed for excellence in scholarship, and follow the university's promotion and tenure policies. Teaching-track faculty teach 27 credit hours without the scholarship expectation. They are also eligible for promotion under the university guidelines.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications should include (1) a cover letter that indicates whether the applicant wishes to be considered for a tenure-track or teaching-track position, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial graduate transcripts (official required for hire), and (4) a statement of teaching philosophy that specifically addresses the needs and challenges of nursing/health science students.

The Department of Biology supports the university's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and actively encourages women, BIPOC, and all under-represented minorities to apply.

Required Qualifications

Teaching-track candidates must minimally possess an Master's degree in Biology or closely-related field. Tenure-track candidates must either hold a doctoral degree in Biology or closely-related field, or earn one by December 31, 2026.

Candidates must possess effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and an ability to be an effective team member.

Candidates must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in teaching and evidence of teaching effectiveness in higher education are preferred.

Physical Demands

Applicants should possess abilities consistent with the preparation and delivery of lecture and laboratory courses, and working in an academic setting.

Tenure Status Tenure Track Position Type Regular Faculty Employment Status Full-Time Position Length 12M Credits Per Year 24

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Statement

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