Career-Track Assistant Professor Biological Sciences

$56,000 - $65,000/Yr

Washington State University - Richland, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Richland, WA

Educational Services

About the position

The Career-Track Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences at Washington State University Tri-Cities is a teaching-focused role that emphasizes undergraduate education in biology, particularly in human anatomy and physiology. The position is a fixed-term, nine-month appointment with a workload distribution of 80% teaching and 20% service, aimed at fostering an inclusive learning environment and contributing to the campus community.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in biology, focusing on human anatomy and physiology, as well as introductory and upper-division biology courses.
• Develop and deliver effective instructional content that promotes an inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to service activities within the WSU Tri-Cities campus, including student mentorship and participation in departmental committees.
• Advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the faculty, staff, and student body.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field by the appointment date.
• Demonstrated potential or record of effective teaching in biology with a commitment to student-centered pedagogy.
• Proven or potential dedication to fostering an inclusive and equitable educational environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues in both written and verbal forms.

Nice-to-haves

• Evidence of innovative teaching approaches that enhance biology pedagogy.
• A record of or potential for excellence in teaching diverse student populations.
• At least one year of post-doctoral experience in biology or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduate students in research projects and career exploration.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents
• Retirement plans
• Deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts