A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.
Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, Biology (Tenure-Track) - Worcester State University Worcester State University - 4.0 Worcester, MA Job Details Full-time | Tenure track 21 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Qualifications Health sciences research Biology research Anatomy knowledge Academic research projects Culturally responsive teaching (DEI initiatives) Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Doctor of Philosophy University teaching experience Teaching biology Multicultural competence in teaching
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Worcester, MA Category:
Faculty and Librarian Job Type:
Full-time Posted On:
Fri Aug 21 2026
Job Description:
The Department of Biology at Worcester State University invites applications for a tenure-track position, to begin September 1, 2027. We seek an energetic educator and scholar to teach Human Biology and Human Anatomy and Physiology (A&P) courses for biology, nursing, and allied health majors and to contribute teaching and research expertise in other disciplinary-appropriate areas for our biology/biotechnology undergraduate majors. We welcome applicants with unique backgrounds and experiences that indicate their teaching and scholarship qualifications. Teaching and Leadership Responsibilities Teach lecture and laboratory courses in Human Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) tailored to nursing and allied health students and Human Biology for biology majors. Teach additional core biology courses and upper-level electives within the Biology and Biotechnology undergraduate curricula, especially courses related to human health (e.g. virology, immunology, human genetics). Serve as the departmental A&P Coordinator, providing curricular oversight and course management for the A&P instructional team. Provide high-quality academic advising and career mentoring to undergraduate students. Participate in departmental and university-level committee service.
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opportunities exist to teach and supervise graduate thesis research in our Biology and Biotechnology M.S. programs if interested. Scholarship and Research Expectations Develop an active research program in a human health-related area of the life sciences (e.g., virology, immunology, physiology, pathology, or human genetics) that meaningfully incorporates undergraduate researchers.
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candidates interested in engaging in assessment of innovative pedagogical approaches to biology education (i.e. scholarship of teaching and learning) as part of an overall research program are encouraged to apply.
Job Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in human biology, physiology, virology, or another closely related human health/life science discipline conferred by August 31, 2027. Demonstrated teaching experience in Human Anatomy and Physiology. Clear potential to build an undergraduate-centered research program as demonstrated by postdoctoral research, prior student research mentoring, or other experience. Strong dedication to fostering an inclusive learning environment for students of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, benefited, exempt position. Salary is commensurate with experience and discipline, with a minimum established by the Appendix O of the MSCA contract. The anticipated start date for this position is September 1, 2027. Here at Worcester State University, it is strongly recommended that all employees be vaccinated against
COVID-19
before they begin employment. Worcester State University offers a competitive benefits package that includes: a choice of 8 different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options pension and supplemental plan retirement options life insurance up to 8x the annual salary long-term disability coverage dental insurance 10 sick days accrued per year 2 personal days per year paid holidays Free on-campus gym access. tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependent children and more... We are an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
