Chatham University welcomes your interest in employment
opportunities and encourages you to review open positions. Please
note that Chatham does not accept unsolicited applications.
Assistant Professor of Biology
The Science Department at Chatham University invites applications
for a tenure-track
Assistant Professor of Biology to begin
August 9, 2027. This is a 9-month faculty appointment.
We seek a teacher-scholar with expertise in human biology, cell
biology, genetics, or a closely related field. The successful
candidate will contribute to required and elective coursework in
areas such as human biology, cell biology, genetics, anatomy,
physiology, molecular biology, or related fields depending on
expertise. This position supports the undergraduate Human Biology,
Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, and Neuroscience
programs, the Master of Arts in Biomedical Studies program, and
pre-health curricula.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Teach an annual load of 18 credits (approximately 6
courses).
- Teach undergraduate biology courses in our human biology
program, including cell biology, genetics, anatomy, physiology,
molecular biology, or related areas.
Contribute to laboratory-based instruction in biology.
Support courses required across biology majors, biochemistry,
neuroscience, and pre-health pathways.
Maintain a productive scholarly agenda appropriate to a
primarily undergraduate institution.
Develop and maintain an active undergraduate research
program.
Advise undergraduate students in biology, pre-health, and
related pathways.
Mentor students in research, academic planning, and preparation
for graduate or professional programs.
Participate in curriculum development, assessment, advising,
departmental and university service.
Contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration within the
Science Department and related health-focused programs.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Human Biology,
Physiology, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, or a
closely related field by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrated potential for effective undergraduate
teaching.
- Ability to teach courses in at least one of the following
areas: cell biology, genetics, anatomy, physiology, molecular
biology, or related fields.
- Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching, advising,
and mentoring.
- Ability to develop a sustainable research program involving
undergraduate students.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as the instructor of record teaching biology lecture
and laboratory courses.
- Ability to teach genetics, cell biology, immunology, histology,
anatomy, or physiology.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate research.
- Postdoctoral or industry-equivalent experience.
- Research interests that can involve undergraduate students and
complement departmental strengths.
- Experience advising pre-health students.
- Interest in interdisciplinary teaching across biology,
biochemistry, neuroscience, and health science programs.
How to Apply:
Applications accepted only via
www.chatham.edu/careers
(direct link is
https://chatham.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/ChathamUniversity/job/Pittsburgh-PA/Assistant-Professor-of-Biology--Tenure-Track-Faculty-Position-Science-Department--Chatham-University_JR00000994
) and follow the instructions to complete the application process.
To ensure full consideration, please include:
- Cover Letter addressing teaching, research, and fit with
Chatham’s Science Department
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement
- Research statement, including plans for undergraduate
research
- Optional discussion of practices that support equity and
inclusion within other application materials
- Contact information for three professional references
All application materials should be uploaded at the same time
at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to
make edits to their applications after submission.
Applications should be received by October 19 for full
consideration. Review of applications will continue until the
position is filled.
The Science Department at Chatham University offers undergraduate
programs in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, mathematics, and
neuroscience, as well as graduate programs that support students
preparing for careers in health professions, research, education,
and related fields. The department emphasizes strong foundational
science instruction, experiential learning, undergraduate research,
student-centered advising, and preparation for graduate and
professional study.
Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that
understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing
individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build
and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes
employee and student success and retention.
Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a
strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham
University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed,
color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex
(including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or
related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national
origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,
marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable law.
