Assistant Professor of Biology

Assistant Professor of Biology Job Title Assistant Professor of Biology Department Biological Sciences Posting Number req719

Description of Job Duties Description of Job Duties:

The Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences at SWOSU seeks a qualified individual to serve as an Assistant Professor of Biology with an emphasis in Cell Biology. Primary teaching responsibilities include courses in Cell Biology, participation in one or more core Biology courses, and teaching within the candidate's area of expertise. Additional responsibilities may include supporting pre-professional courses (Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, and Microbiology), as well as general education biology (Principles of Biology, Biological Concepts, and Current Issues in Biology). The candidate is expected to engage students in undergraduate research and work with colleagues to integrate research into the biology curriculum. Startup funds and research space are available. The candidate is expected to participate in department and university service. Our department values collegiality as we strive to provide an excellent and welcoming learning environment for students. Additional information about the department can be found at: https://www.swosu.edu/academics/degrees/biological-sciences-bs.php . The successful candidate will be responsible for: Teaching assignments referenced above Maintaining weekly office hours appropriate to course load Participating in early grade alert systems and assessing student outcomes Departmental assessment Student advisement and support of student activities Continuing professional development Scholarly activity in related area

Anticipated Start Date:

January 2027

Deadline Date:

Review of applications will begin June 1 and continue until the position is filled Application Procedure Submit cover letter referencing Position, vita including links to publications, unofficial transcripts, teaching philosophy, research plan and the names and contact information of three references to the online portal. For more information visit www.swosu.edu . Education and Experience Education and Experience A Ph.D. in the Biological Sciences is required, with graduate coursework and a demonstrated research emphasis in cell biology. Post-doctoral research and/or teaching experience are preferred. Technological competence and experience in Canvas is preferred. Expectations are to maintain a Canvas site for each course and gain a working knowledge of the Colleague system. Anticipated Start Date 1/8/2027 Location Weatherford Employment Type Exempt