Teaching Assistant Professor of Biology & Environmental Science

Department: Natural Sciences

Full-Time: 100%, Instructional Academic Staff, Academic (9-month) ongoing appointment, one vacancy

Job Summary:

The Department of Natural Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Superior invites applications for an Ecologist to fill an annually renewable Teaching Assistant Professor of Biology & Environmental Science position beginning August 2026. We seek a dedicated teacher–scholar who will provide high-quality undergraduate instruction in ecology and related courses, incorporate evidence-based teaching methods and research practice, and collaborate with colleagues to strengthen the Biology and Environmental Science programs. The successful candidate will be committed to mentoring undergraduates, especially in senior-year research experiences, and to contributing to the university’s public liberal arts mission.

Job Responsibilities:

• Teach Ecology for biology and environmental science majors, as well as upper-division electives in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Teach introductory science courses for non-science majors as part of UW-Superior’s liberal arts foundation.
• Deliver courses in face-to-face and online formats.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students, including supervision of research projects and internships.
• Contribute to the service mission of the department, university, and community through participation on committees and outreach activities.

Other Duties:

• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Biology, Ecology, or closely related discipline by August 31, 2026.
• Evidence of successful college-level teaching experience as instructor of record or as graduate teaching assistant.
• Academic and/or professional research background in ecology.

This position is currently ineligible for H1-B sponsorship. A qualification for this position includes independent eligibility to work within the United States upon hire date.

Desirable Qualifications:

• PhD in Biology, Ecology, or a related discipline
• Experience in inclusive, student-centered teaching practices, including active learning.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduates in research projects and internships, ideally integrating the candidate’s own research program.
• Experience developing and delivering online courses.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including working across disciplines and with community partners.

Compensation:

Salary range for this position is: $55,000 - $60,000 annually. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.

Starting Date: August 26, 2026

Contact Information:

For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu; For additional information about this position, contact Sandy Orr at sorr@uwsuper.edu.

Application Process:

Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on January 9, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:

Please click the “Apply” button to begin the application process or visit https://www.uwsuper.edu/about/employment/. You will be required to log in or create a Workday account to continue. As part of the application process, you will be required to upload: 1) Cover Letter (1-2 page maximum) addressing the required and desirable qualifications listed in the position description 2) CV/Resume 3) Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned 4) Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 page maximum) 5) Statement of candidate’s research interests and activities, particularly as they pertain to involving undergraduates (1-2 page maximum)