"Professor of Biology (Tenure-track; Open Rank)"

The Department of Biology in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications from broadly trained physiologists for a tenure-track position to begin Fall 2026. Appointment at the rank of assistant professor is likely, but qualified candidates may be considered for a higher rank.

The duties in this role include:

• Teach an advanced course in the candidate’s area of specialty, introductory and capstone courses in our innovative research-focused curriculum, and direction of and instruction in vertebrate anatomy and physiology courses for biology and pre-health.
• Utilize active, engaging pedagogies in the classroom.
• Develop an active research program engaging undergraduate students.

Basic Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in physiology, cellular/molecular/integrative physiology, comparative physiology, or related field; postdoctoral experience desired. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students, and ongoing scholarship.

About NCC:

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a selective, comprehensive liberal arts institution of about 3000 students, located 28 miles west of Chicago in Naperville. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017), and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). The college is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville, IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine.

North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.

Application Window:

Open date: September 1, 2025

Initial review date: October 1, 2025. Apply by initial review date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

For more information, please visit: https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/academic-affairs/prospective-and-incoming-faculty

Interested candidates should complete and submit an application with all required documentation online at: https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/academic-affairs/prospective-and-incoming-faculty