Assistant Professor of Biology at Transylvania University

Lexington, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Neurobiology, Developmental Biology, Teaching, Research, Student Mentorship, Interdisciplinary Dialogue, Collaboration, Curriculum Development, Academic Advising, Scholarship, Laboratory Instruction, Course Design, Diversity and Inclusion, Undergraduate Engagement, Community Building, Faculty Development

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Description

Transylvania University (www.transy.edu), a top-tier, independent, residential liberal arts college in Lexington, Kentucky, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Biology. This is a tenure-track position, teaching in-person classes and labs, beginning August 27, 2026. Transylvania University recognizes that a diverse and inclusive community is essential to the fulfillment of our mission as a liberal arts institution. To that end, we seek to attract a diverse faculty skilled in the scholarship of teaching, research, and student mentorship from a variety of backgrounds. Candidates are encouraged, in their cover letter, to identify their strengths and experiences in creating an inclusive academic community. Job Responsibilities: We seek a Neurobiologist or Developmental Biologist whose specialty complements existing faculty expertise. The teaching load consists of two classes with laboratory sections per regular term and a single class during the May term, which offers additional opportunities for travel courses, team-taught courses, and other more experimental classroom endeavors. Courses to be taught include (1) upper-level Developmental and Molecular Genetics courses, (2) introductory Cells and Molecules course, and (3) upper-level biology electives in their specialty. Occasional contributions to First-Year programming and service as an academic adviser are also expected. Other responsibilities include academic scholarship/professional activity, preferably involving undergraduate students, and service to the university through various committee appointments. The university also has an excellent faculty development program that competitively funds faculty (and student) scholarly research and artistic projects. We are looking for applicants who are passionate about attracting, teaching, and mentoring undergraduates in the sciences. Qualifications: A PhD is required by the start date. The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to continuing their research along with a commitment to teaching, interdisciplinary dialogue, and working collaboratively with other faculty and with students both within the Biology Program and across disciplines within a liberal arts environment. To begin the application process, submit a cover letter and one PDF that contains your curriculum vitae, your unofficial graduate transcripts, and statements of teaching and research philosophies. Candidates are encouraged in their cover letter to specifically address the following: (1) identify and describe an upper-level course you would like to teach; (2) discuss how you would integrate undergraduates in your research. If you are selected to move forward in the application process, you will be asked to provide official graduate transcripts and letters of recommendation at a later date. These documents may be submitted by following the job openings link at http://www.transy.edu/jobs. Send questions specific to this search to Dr. James Wagner, search committee chair, at jwagner@transy.edu. Review of applications will begin on January 23, 2026 and will continue until an appointment is made. Transylvania University is ranked in the top 15 percent of the nation’s four-year colleges by the Princeton Review, which cites its community-driven, personalized approach to a liberal arts education through 49 majors and 40 minors. Founded in 1780, it is the 16th oldest institution of higher learning in the country, with approximately 1,000 students. Transylvania University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of the university community. In support of this goal, we seek qualified candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We embrace diversity and encourage all who are interested to apply.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Professor of Biology will teach in-person classes and labs, focusing on neurobiology or developmental biology. Responsibilities also include academic scholarship, mentoring undergraduates, and serving on university committees.