Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology (one-year)
Erie, PA
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Updated: April 25
Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology (one-year)
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| Position Title | Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology (one-year) |
|---|---|
| Posting Number | F241P |
| Division | School of Sciences |
| Department | Col.Health Professions & Sci. |
| Location | Erie, Pa |
| Position Summary | The Biology Department at Gannon University is accepting applications for a nine-month, Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026. We seek a broadly trained biologist to join our existing faculty in providing high-quality instructional experiences to undergraduate students. Preference will be given to candidates currently holding a Ph.D. and those with previous teaching experience. Candidates who are ABD and will receive their degree before June 30, 2026 will be considered. The successful candidate will teach 24 credit hours in the academic year (lectures = 3 credits, labs = 2 credits), including courses in our introductory majors’ sequence (cell/molecular and organismal courses), upper-level electives in their field(s) of expertise, and other courses in the curriculum as needed. Preference will be given to individuals who can teach anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and/or upper-level molecular biology lecture and lab courses to science and health science majors. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should apply online, and applications should include (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official required for hire), (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (5) contact information for three references from which recommendations can be requested. The Biology Department supports the university’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and actively encourages women, BIPOC, and all under-represented minorities to apply. |
| Required Qualifications | Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline or will have earned their Ph.D. by June 30, 2026. Candidates must possess effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and an ability to be an effective team member. Candidates must be able to support and promote the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions. |
| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Physical Demands | Typical of an active academic office and laboratory setting. |
| Tenure Status | Temporary |
| Position Type | Regular Faculty |
| Employment Status | Full-Time |
| Position Length | 9M |
| Credits Per Year | 24 |
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- Letter of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement
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The Biology Department at Gannon University is accepting applications for a nine-month, Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026. We seek a broadly trained biologist to join our existing faculty in providing high-quality instructional experiences to undergraduate students. Preference will be given to candidates currently holding a PhD. and those with previous teaching experience. Candidates who are ABD and will receive their degree before June 30, 2026 will be considered. The successful candidate will teach 24 credit hours in the academic year (lectures = 3 credits, labs = 2 credits), including courses in our introductory majors’ sequence (cell/molecular and organismal courses), upper-level electives in their field(s) of expertise, and other courses in the curriculum as needed. Preference will be given to individuals who can teach anatomy and physiology, microbiology, and/or upper-level molecular biology lecture and lab courses to science and health science majors. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should apply online, and applications should include (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official required for hire), (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (5) contact information for three references from which recommendations can be requested. The Biology Department supports the university’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and actively encourages women, BIPOC, and all under-represented minorities to apply. Required Qualifications Candidates must hold a PhD. in Biology or a related discipline or will have earned their PhD. by June 30, 2026. Candidates must possess effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and an ability to be an effective team member. Candidates must be able to support and promote the University’s inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions. Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Typical of an active academic office and laboratory setting. Tenure Status Temporary Position Type Regular Faculty Employment Status Full-Time Position Length 9 M Credits Per Year 24
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