Assistant Professor in Biology- Cellular Physiologist

The University of Scranton Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in Biology beginning in August 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to teach physiology and cellular biology from an integrative perspective, and to develop a sustainable research program in a subdiscipline of physiology commensurate with their area of expertise. Expertise could include, but is not limited to, research in biochemistry, bioinformatics, biotechnology, cellular biology, genetics, ecology, epidemiology, evolution, or molecular biology. The successful applicant will contribute to teaching lectures and labs in General Physiology (BIOL-245 and BIOL-245L) and Cellular Biology (BIOL-350 and BIOL-350L). The successful applicant will also contribute to teaching in our Physiology program.

Applicants may also contribute to the Biology Department’s courses in the Biology and Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology (BCMB), Neuroscience, or Environmental Science programs. Faculty will be encouraged to develop upper-level courses in their areas of specialization.

A Ph.D. is required by the start date; postdoctoral experience is preferred. Excellence in teaching undergraduates and the capability to develop an active research program that involves mentoring undergraduates is expected.

The Biology Department is housed in a state-of-the-art unified science center <http://www.scranton.edu/academics/sciencecenter>. Visit <http://www.scranton.edu/academics/cas/biology/> for more information about the Biology Department, its programs, and its faculty.

Interested applicants must apply online at <https://universityofscrantonjobs.com>. Review of applications will begin on November 14. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The application must include: (1) a cover letter; (2) a current curriculum vitae; (3) a teaching statement that (a) outlines your teaching experience, (b) describes your pedagogical approach to developing and administering student-centered classes, and (c) proposes undergraduate courses you can teach and/or develop at The University of Scranton; (4) a research statement that summarizes (a) your prior contributions to research, (b) your goals for developing a research program at The University of Scranton, and (c) your approach to involving undergraduates in your research; (5) names and contact information of three individuals who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation, and (6) selected publications. Letters of recommendation must be submitted prior to applicants being reviewed.

The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding.  All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The University’s mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml.

The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Ashley Driver, Chair of the Search Committee, via email at ashley.driver@scranton.edu.