"Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences"

The Department of Biological Sciences at Duquesne University, Pittsburgh PA, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Successful candidates will join a group of faculty with expertise in cell biology, molecular biology, physiology, microbiology, evolutionary and ecological genetics, and neuroscience working within a robust and collaborative research environment across departments and schools on campus. Additional information about the Department can be found at http://www.duq.edu/biology. Duquesne University enrolls approximately 8,500 graduate and undergraduate students and is located in downtown Pittsburgh, which is consistently ranked among the most livable cities in the United States, with numerous educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities.

Duquesne is committed to the teacher-scholar model, where excellence is expected in both education and research. The successful applicant will establish a rigorous, externally funded independent research program that leverages modern approaches to investigate key questions in cell and molecular biology, broadly defined. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in cell biology, molecular biology, and/or immunology. Applicants are expected to mentor PhD and undergraduate students in their laboratory. Competitive salary and start-up packages are available.

REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must possess a PhD and have post-doctoral experience.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, 1-2 page statement of research, and 1 page teaching philosophy, and arrange for three letters of recommendation. All application materials should be submitted via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/171618. Review of applications will begin October 31, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Please direct questions about the position to biologysearch2026@duq.edu.