"Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology (Ecology and Environmental Science)"

Job Details

The Saint Mary's College Department of Biology invites applications for a 1-Year Visiting Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2026, with the possibility of renewal for up to three years. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in Ecology, Conservation Biology, or Environmental Science.

Established in 1844, Saint Mary’s College was founded and is sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross. Saint Mary’s College is a liberal arts college for women, with a strong commitment to the education of undergraduate women, and graduate women and men. As a Catholic institution of higher learning, the College is also committed to creating and maintaining an environment that respects the human dignity and civil rights of all persons. All faith traditions are welcome among our administrators, faculty, staff, and students.

Teaching, Research, and Service Expectations:

• Teaching load of 9-12 contact hours per semester (3-4 lectures or labs per semester) for a total of 21 contact hours per academic year. Teaching load will include the following courses: a lab-based Ecology course for majors, an introductory Environmental Science course for majors and non-majors
• An active research program with a desire to mentor undergraduate researchers in Biology and/or Environmental Studies
• Service to the Biology Department that includes attendance at meetings and faculty events, and participation in Departmental committees according to the candidate’s interests. Service opportunities may also exist in the Environmental Studies Program if this aligns with the candidate's interests.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Biology or Environmental Science
• A strong commitment to inclusive pedagogy and to teaching undergraduates in a liberal arts context
• Research expertise in Ecology, Evolution, Conservation Biology, or Environmental Science
• Research expertise in Plant Ecology or Conservation, and an ability to teach a majors’ Evolution course will each be considered assets, but are not required.

For the initial application, please submit the following materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter of application that conveys your relevant experience and your interest in working at a Catholic, justice-oriented, women’s, liberal arts college
• Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment, considering students from a broad variety of backgrounds and learning styles
• A research statement that describes your work and includes your plans to incorporate undergraduate researchers

All materials should be submitted through Saint Mary’s College’s hiring portal (Careers.SaintMarys.edu) by March 1st, 2026.

After reviewing these materials, the search committee will invite a short list of candidates to participate in Zoom and on-campus interviews to take place in Spring 2026.
If invited to progress to the next round of consideration, you will be asked to provide three letters of recommendation, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts.

Eligibility to Work: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require visa sponsorship from the College, either now or in the future.

Saint Mary’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In keeping with the College’s mission, the College seeks applicants who share a commitment to creating and maintaining an environment that respects the human dignity and civil rights of all persons.