Visiting Assistant Professor in Biology

Visiting Assistant Professor in Biology

About Susquehanna:
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.

The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing - and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive - present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.

Position Summary:
The Department of Biology at Susquehanna University invites applications for two Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology positions for the 2025-26 academic year, to start in August 2025. Teaching duties will include a subset of the following courses depending on candidate expertise: Introduction to Ecology, Community and Ecosystems Ecology, Biostatistics, introductory biology laboratories, an upper-level seminar in the candidate's area of expertise, and non-majors biology courses. Application materials should indicate which of the above courses the candidate is qualified to teach.



Required Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in a relevant topical area is required by August 2025. Demonstrated success or evidence of potential to excel in teaching undergraduates is required, as is evidence of a strong commitment to pedagogies that foster diversity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:
Post-doctoral research experience is preferred but not required.



Special Instructions to the Applicant:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching objectives, a statement on how you will contribute to the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and three letters of recommendation online at https://jobs.susqu.edu/. Any inquiries should be sent to the department head, Dr. Alissa Packer (packer@susqu.edu). Review of applications will begin on February 14, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Benefits Eligible: Yes
Number of Months: 9 months
Other Number of Months:
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
Work Schedule/Hours per Week:
Posting Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: No
Anticipated Start Date:
Posting Number: F00196

To apply, visit https://jobs.susqu.edu/postings/4574