"Assistant Professor"

Position Information

Employment Status

Faculty/Type Title

Assistant Professor

Area of Study

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Begins

Fall Semester 2026

About the College

Spelman College seeks teacher/scholars dedicated to excellence in teaching and to the continued enhancement of the academic environment for students and colleagues. Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a private four-year liberal arts college located in Atlanta, GA. The oldest historically Black college for women in the United States, Spelman is a member of the Atlanta University Center Consortium and Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education.

Position Description

The Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in August 2026. The department has a strong, proven reputation for educating and training women of African descent to excel in STEM fields. We seek an outstanding teacher/scholar dedicated to excellence in the area of cellular and molecular biology.

An ideal candidate would demonstrate a history of innovative research and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applicants are also expected to actively pursue an independently-funded research program and engage students in scholarly activity. The successful candidate will also be able to teach undergraduate introductory courses in cellular and/or molecular biology as well as contribute to curriculum development efforts by creating or redeveloping an advanced biology elective course related to their area of expertise. The position also requires academic advising, mentoring research students, and providing service within the Department and College communities. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to working with women and underrepresented minority students through teaching, mentoring, and research are especially encouraged to apply.

This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or related area.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F619P

Open Date

09/09/2025

Close Date

10/20/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Any correspondence regarding the position or your application will be relayed to you by our Faculty Affairs Team. Please do not reach out to any department faculty regarding the position or status of your application. We appreciate your interest and consideration.

EEO Statement

Spelman College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a smoke-free campus.

Deadline to Receive Letter(s) of Reference

10/27/2025

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter of Interest

2. Transcripts (unofficial)

3. Curriculum Vitae

4. Teaching Philosophy

5. Research Statement

Optional Documents