Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall 2026| I02457

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number
I02457

Classification Title
Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall 2026 | I02457

Working Title
Biology Assistant Professor | Tenure Track Fall 2026| I02457

Employee Group
Faculty

Bargaining Unit
APSCUF

Location
Main Campus

Department
Biology

Pay Rate

Employment Type
Regular FT

Work Schedule

Teaching schedule for the 2026-2027 academic year has not as yet been created though the faculty member will have a 24 hour teaching schedule.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology beginning August 2026.

The faculty member's primary teaching responsibilities will include Ecology and Biostatistics. This individual will also be required to teach introductory and advanced biology major courses, and non-major courses for our general education program, as needed. Additional teaching responsibilities may include courses in an area of specialization.

Must exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching in a Liberal Arts setting, establishment of a productive research program in the candidate's area of expertise that will involve undergraduates, and membership/contribution to department, college, and university committees.

Faculty in the department are expected to engage in ongoing scholarly growth and professional development and to build a strong undergraduate research program that involves actively mentoring students. Slippery Rock University and the Department of Biology offer strong institutional support for teaching and research. The university has many resources for student and faculty scholarship and teaching in the ecological sciences, including ecological field plots, a sustainability center, newly installed growth chambers, an herbarium, state-of-the-art microscopy facilities, and extensive public lands within a short drive of campus. Moreover, the Department of Biology is research-active, with faculty pursuing diverse interests that create a highly collaborative environment and foster interdisciplinary research.

Minimum Qualifications

A broadly trained ecologist with PhD in Biology or related field completed by July 1, 2026.
Evidence of professional competence, and ability to work productively with students and colleagues.
Commitment to the education of diverse populations.
Successful performance in an on campus interview, including a teaching and a research presentation.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching and the potential for teaching effectiveness. Candidates should also demonstrate the potential to engage in field-based teaching and have an ability to teach upper-level biostatistics and ecology courses.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator
008 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2016

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must electronically submit a teaching philosophy and research philosophy. These documents should be submitted as part of the online application. The teaching philosophy should be submitted using the "Teaching Philosophy" tab and the Research Philosophy should be submitted using the "Research Philosophy" tab. Please include three professional references with your submitted materials.

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Transcripts must be uploaded using the online system. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment.

Recommended candidates will be required to a complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 26, 2026 .