Visiting Professor, Molecular Evolutionary Biologist, Non-Tenure Track

Visiting Professor, Molecular Evolutionary Biologist, Non-Tenure Track

Company: Ohio University

Job Location: Athens, 45701-2979

Category: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Type: Full-Time

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete and submit the online application and attach required documents.
Required documents include:

• Detailed cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Outline of research accomplishments and plans (uploaded under the document type titled "Research Interest")-2-page maximum
• Statement of teaching philosophy and experience (uploaded under the document type titled, "Teaching Philosophy Statement")-2-page maximum, and
• Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts

Additionally, you will be prompted to enter contact information for a minimum of three professional references. These references will receive an email and link inviting them to provide a reference on your behalf.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.

Posting Number: 20163115F

Job Description
The Department of Biological Sciences at Ohio University Biological Sciences Department | Ohio University invites applications for a Visiting Professor in the area of Molecular Evolutionary Biology with an 80% teaching and 20% research load. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate biology courses covering topics in genetics, evolution, and in the candidate's area of expertise. Teaching load will typically be three courses per semester. In addition, the candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program and contribute to the training and mentoring of both graduate and undergraduate researchers.
The Visiting Professor position is a full time, nine-month position for the academic year 2026-2027 (from August 16, 2026, to May 15, 2027).

Ohio University and the Department of Biological Sciences:
Ohio University is a Carnegie Foundation R1 residential campus with an enrollment of over 25,000 students. Founded in 1804, Ohio University Athens campus consists of nine colleges and multiple interdisciplinary programs. The Department of Biological Sciences consists of a vibrant intellectual community with curriculum designed to prepare students for specific careers, graduate school, and professional schools. The beautiful and historical Ohio University campus sits at the heart of the city of Athens, a family-friendly and culturally diverse city nestled in the Appalachian foothills.
The city is surrounded by state parks, providing a scenic atmosphere with abundant wildlife and hundreds of miles of nearby hiking, biking, and jogging trails. The dynamic Athens "uptown" is lined with shopping, dining, and coffee shops only steps away from campus. Seasonal festivals, live music, a twice-weekly farmers market, and campus events provide year-round activities. In addition to Athens' low cost of living and small-town charm, downtown Columbus is just over an hour drive away.

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have PhD degree in biological sciences or related field with postdoctoral or related experience. The applicant must also have experience teaching undergraduate courses.

Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will demonstrate evidence of experience in advising and mentoring students, pedagogical innovations, and teaching large enrollment evolution-based courses. In addition, they will have experience mentoring students in their research laboratory and evidence of success in grant funding.

Department
Biological Sciences

Pay Rate: Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.

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Job Open Date
04/03/2026

Posting Close Date
05/03/2026

Job Category: Visiting Professor

Months
9 month

Planning Unit: College of Arts & Sciences

Campus: Athens