Emory Biology Teaching Track Faculty Position Emory Biology Teaching Track Faculty Position

Company:

Emory University

Job Location:

Atlanta, Georgia

Category:

Biology

Type:

Full-Time Emory University:

Arts and Sciences:

Biology Location:

Atlanta, Georgia Description:

The Department of Biology at Emory University invites applications for a full-time, teaching-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Teaching Professor starting in the Fall of 2027 semester. The appointee will join a cohesive group of tenure-track (25) and teaching-track (14) faculty working collaboratively in the teaching, research, and service missions of Emory University. Department of Biology faculty are committed to creating a respectful community of educators and scholars and seek colleagues who are eager to nurture and support growth of students, staff, and faculty. In addition to teaching, commonly four courses per year, successful applicants will be expected to contribute to the academic life and governance of the Department, College of Arts and Sciences, and the University. Successful applicants will be integrated into a vibrant, supportive intellectual community in the Biology Department that values course-based research experiences, reflective teaching, and faculty growth in pedagogy and scholarship (https://biology.emory.edu/about/abc/index.html#row5). Emory has exceptional students and is a top research university located in Atlanta, a culturally rich city of historical significance in the civil rights movement. Atlanta offers a variety of cultural, social, and recreational opportunities with a mild climate (https://discoveratlanta.com/). The teaching track at Emory is one of the strongest and longest-running in the country. Teaching Track Faculty are on long-term contracts and have full faculty governance rights and responsibilities and a path to promotion from Assistant to the ranks of Associate and Full Teaching Professor. The appointee will participate in faculty governance of the department and university and undergraduate student mentoring. Our faculty are committed to creating a respectful community of educators and scholars and seek colleagues who are dedicated to supporting the growth of all students, staff, and faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with rank. Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remotely is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Qualifications:

We seek candidates with a Ph. D. in the biological sciences with a strong commitment to pedagogy and a specific interest in teaching and advising undergraduates. In unusual and exceptional circumstances, those with a terminal degree in other STEM related fields will be considered. Applicants having prior experience with evidence-based teaching practices are encouraged to apply; postdoctoral experience is preferred. We particularly welcome applicants qualified to teach lecture-based courses in biochemistry or developmental biology and/or courses with labs in human anatomy & physiology, comparative vertebrate anatomy, and microbiology.

Application Instructions:

Application materials include the following materials: 1) Cover letter 2) Curriculum vitae (CV) 3) A statement of teaching experience, interests and philosophy. 4) Any additional information related to professional development, pedagogical scholarship or evidence of teaching effectiveness that speaks to your commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduates. Items 3-4 are combined and should not exceed six pages. Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted to Interfolio on their behalf. For full consideration, applications must be received by November 1, 2026. For technical assistance with Interfolio, contact help@interfolio.com or call (877) 977-8807. For questions about the position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Megan Cole, at mfcole@emory.edu HigherEd360 is part of the HigherEdJobs network.