Assistant Professor - Biology

Job Title

Assistant Professor - Biology

Department

Biology Department

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-11-01

Job Description Summary

Assistant Professor of Biology (tenure-track) to teach courses in physiology and additional biology courses, advise undergraduate and graduate students, and provide service to the department and university.

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Biology (tenure-track) in physiology to develop an externally funded research program that uses modern approaches to investigate cellular and/or systems-level function of organ systems. Priority will be given to a cardiovascular, bone, or respiratory physiologist. The successful candidate will teach courses in physiology and additional biology courses, advise undergraduate and graduate students, and provide service to the department and university. Appointment to begin in August 2027.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in Physiology, or closely related field.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans, and a teaching philosophy.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Michael Robinson at biology@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

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