Assistant Professor of Biology

The Department of Biology at Bryn Mawr College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 1, 2023 in the area of Physiology, broadly defined, with expertise at the organismal level. The successful candidate will be expected to be part of developing and teaching a diverse and inclusive curriculum, including interdisciplinary programs and other college-wide initiatives such as the 360 Program and the Emily Balch Seminars. Specific teaching responsibilities include courses in animal or human physiology and in the candidate’s area of expertise, as well as participation in the team-taught introductory biology sequence. Candidates who have the potential to contribute to the major in Neuroscience are especially encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will also be expected to maintain an externally funded research program that involves undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds. A Ph.D. and at least one year of post-doctoral research experience are required by the start date.

To apply for this position, candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, a statement of teaching philosophy that includes a short description of potential courses to be offered, and a statement of demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion to the Department of Biology Physiology Search Committee via Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/108607. In addition, candidates should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted via Interfolio to the Biology Department Physiology Search Committee. Applications received by September 15, 2022 will receive full consideration.

The College will be as flexible as possible in determining the nature of any interviews or meetings (virtual/remote and/or in-person interaction) that are conducted for this search.

Bryn Mawr College is a distinguished liberal arts college for women with a vibrant faculty of scholar-teachers, a talented staff and intellectually curious students eager to make a difference in the world. The College is committed to increasing the diversity of its students, faculty, staff, and curricular offerings with a particular focus on enhancing ethnic and racial diversity and advancing social justice and inclusion. We believe diversity strengthens our community and enriches the education of our students. We have a student body of 1,421 undergraduates (32 percent are U.S. students of color and 15 percent are international students). There are 353 graduate students in coeducational graduate programs in social work, humanities and science. Bryn Mawr College is located in metropolitan Philadelphia and enjoys strong consortial relationships with Haverford College, Swarthmore College, and the University of Pennsylvania. Bryn Mawr College is an equal-opportunity employer; candidates from underrepresented groups and women are especially encouraged to apply.