"Assistant/Associate Professor, Biology - Worcester State University"

Job Description

The Department of Biology at Worcester State University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to begin September 1, 2026. The successful candidates will be expected to teach lecture and laboratory classes that include introductory- and intermediate-level core courses for Biology and Biotechnology majors and upper-level electives in the candidate's area of specialization. Those with expertise in microbiology/virology and the ability to contribute to our Bioinformatics Minor are particularly encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skills. The successful candidate will have demonstrated a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduates and will be expected to engage in scholarly activities, including developing a research program that involves undergraduate students. Additional expectations will include academic advising, as well as university- and department-level service. Opportunities to teach and/or supervise thesis research in our Biology and/or Biotechnology Master's programs are also available.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in some area of the biological sciences conferred by August 31, 2026.
• Demonstrated teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-doctoral (or equivalent) research experience.
• Microbiology and/or introductory biology teaching experience and the ability to teach other courses that support the breadth of our curriculum.

Additional Information

Here at Worcester State University, it is strongly recommended that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment.

Salary and rank commensurate with education and experience.

Worcester State University offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• a choice of 8 different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options
• a choice of pension or 401(a), and supplemental plan retirement options
• life insurance up to 8x the annual salary
• long-term disability coverage
• dental insurance
• paid holidays
• tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependent children
• and more...

We are an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.