Assistant Professor Term - Biology

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The Biology Department is seeking an Assistant Professor Term (Non-tenure-track) with a start date of August 1, 2026. This is a one-year position, with extension possible depending on performance. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in any area of Biological Sciences, excellent communication skills, and a desire to make meaningful, positive contributions to our undergraduates’ educational experience. We seek candidates with experience using student-centered and evidence-based teaching practices.

The successful candidate must demonstrate readiness to teach Human Anatomy & Physiology and Microbiology lecture and laboratory courses. These courses are designed to support primarily undergraduate nursing and pre-dental hygiene students. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching a diverse student population.

We expect to offer a starting salary of $57,000. Summer teaching may be undertaken for additional pay.

Please apply online by submitting the following documents:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum vitae

• Description of student-centered teaching experience (2 pgs max.)

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may but need not include student evaluations of teaching

• Names of three academic references

Candidates will be required to submit official graduate school transcripts before being hired.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For more information about the Biology Department, please go to: https://artsandsciences.louisville.edu/academics-programs/academic-departments/biology. Our university webpages are being updated, so you can access a list of Biology Department faculty members here: https://tinyurl.com/uoflbiologyfaculty.

 

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Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.