"Assistant Professor of Biology"

Assistant Professor of Biology (Tenure-track)

The Department of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences at the University of South Carolina Aiken seeks applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology, with an expected start date of August 16, 2026. Primary teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in introductory biology, ecology, and specialty areas within the biology curriculum. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an active research program that includes mentoring of undergraduate research projects. The department has a history of funded research and places a high value on undergraduate research. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

Requirements: Ph.D. in the biological sciences (ABD will be considered with degree conferred by time of appointment), a commitment to excellence in teaching, a proven research and publication record in the ecological sciences that is commensurate with career level, and the ability to develop a research program that includes mentoring undergraduates.

Preferred: Postdoctoral experience, teaching experience at the undergraduate level, a record of continuous scholarly activity, a research focus on terrestrial ecosystems, and a strong interest in teaching and research at a small comprehensive liberal arts institution.

The Department of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences is home to 16 full time faculty members and approximately 200 undergraduate majors. We offer a BA in biology and BS degrees in biology, clinical laboratory science, environmental earth systems, and public health. BS biology majors may choose concentrations in molecular biology or environmental remediation & restoration. To learn more about our department and university, visit: https://www.usca.edu/academics/cse/bees/.