Visiting Assistant Professor – Biological Sciences

Posted: 03-May-26

Location: Duquesne University

Categories:

Academic/Faculty

Internal Number: 167212

Position Number: 350131

NATURE OF WORK:
The Department of Biological Sciences in the School of Science and Engineering has an opening for a Visiting Assistant Professor.  The successful applicant will teach multiple courses in the Fall 2025 semester and in the Spring 2026 semester.  The position will report to the Department Chair.

A Ph.D. in a biological science and a desire to educate and engage undergraduate students are required.  Previous teaching experience at the university level is desirable.  The ability to teach upper-level courses in cell and molecular biology, immunology, and related topics preferred. Teaching assignments may also include general biology, non-majors biology, and various laboratory classes.  For more information on the department please visit www.duq.edu/biology.

Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission.  Additionally, applicants must have demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community. 

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

Applicants are asked to submit a resume and cover letter to apply.interfolio.com. The CV should contain the names of three references with telephone and email contact information. While the position will remain open until filled, priority will be given to applications submitted by June 30, 2025.