Assistant Professor of Biology

About Saint Peter’s University

Saint Peter’s is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States. Established in 1872, the University blends a unique learning experience shaped by rigorous academics, internships that provide real-world experience, community service, and a genuine, caring community that supports alumni long after graduation. Saint Peter’s offers more than 50 undergraduate majors as well as master’s level and doctorate programs

Duties and Responsibilities: 

The Health Sciences Program in the Biology Department at Saint Peter’s University invites applications for a full-time tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning fall of 2025. The successful candidate will teach four undergraduate courses (12 credit hours per semester). This usually involves four lectures and/or laboratory sections with a focus on the Anatomy and Physiology sequence and health sciences courses in our Health Sciences programs. Courses in general biology and opportunities to develop new courses are also available. Applicants with previous teaching experience and who are dedicated to teaching undergraduates from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds in an interactive learning environment are especially encouraged to apply. The candidate will also be expected to mentor students in research and career aspirations. The successful candidate will also contribute to the university through service and maintain an active research program. SPU is fortunate to have several programs available to faculty members to support those efforts.

Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure Information: Tenure-track
Salary Range: $62,000 to $64,000

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, philosophy of teaching statement, transcripts of all degrees, and three confidential letters of recommendation from listed references. Optional material may include a statement of research plan, sample of teaching materials, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and research samples.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Additional Information Saint Peter’s University Background Check
The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.

Applicant Documents Required Documents:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Official Transcripts
5. Three Letters of Recommendation