Open Rank- Biology (Generalist)

DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY

OPEN RANK - INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGY

The University of St. Thomas (UST), a private Catholic university committed to the liberal arts and the religious and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, invites applications from outstanding candidates for a full-time (tenure/tenure-track negotiable) position in biology. The start date for the position is August 2025.

General responsibilities:

• Teaching undergraduate, introductory biology lecture and laboratory courses for STEM majors.
• Developing a research program involving and suited for undergraduate student participation.
• Service activities as needed by the department and the university, including academic advising and volunteering on committees.

Requirements:

• A Ph.D. in Biology or Biology specialty.
• Excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• A commitment to the university's mission.

Applicants must provide:

• A cover letter addressing qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Philosophy of teaching.
• Research proposal.
• Three professional letters of recommendation.
• A reflective response on Ex Corde Ecclesiae.

A review of applications will begin October 1 and continue until the position is filled. While applicants need not be Catholic, they must be able to support the University as it seeks to be faithful to and embody the riches of the Catholic intellectual tradition. For more information, please visit https://www.stthom.edu/Offices-and-Services/Human-Resources/Index.aqf#employment and click on Faculty Employment.

The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.