Assistant Professor Tenure Track Biological Sciences

Job description

Job Title
Assistant Professor Tenure Track - Biological Sciences


Agency
Tarleton State University


Department
Biological Sciences



Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate



Job Location
Stephenville, Texas



Job Type
Faculty



Job Description

The Department of Biological Sciences (https://www.tarleton.edu/biology/) in the College of Science and Mathematics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2026.

This position will support the launch of the new Ph.D. program in Integrative Biosciences (pending final approvals), which will offer four interdisciplinary tracks: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Neuroscience, and Quantitative Biology.

The program is designed to provide students with intensive training and collaborative experience across these concentrations, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary integration in core courses.


This is a 9-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas.

Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability.

Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate.

May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion.


The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching; maintain an impactful, externally funded research program; mentor undergraduate and graduate students, actively engage in mentoring and guiding doctoral students through their academic and research endeavors, fostering a supportive and enriching environment within our Ph.D.* program, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.

The successful candidate will also contribute to existing undergraduate and graduate programs in Biology, Biomedical Science, and Biotechnology, based on departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise.




*The Integrative Biosciences PhD is under submission and awaiting THECB approval with a proposed launch date of Fall 2026.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

60% Teaching and Service:
+ Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum in the biological sciences.
+ Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
+ Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
+ Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
+ Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
+ Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
+ Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
+ Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
+ Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
+ Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.



40% Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:
+ Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity in cellular and molecular biology .
+ Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant’s discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.
+ Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.



Minimum Requirements:
+ Earned Ph.D. in Biology or related field from an accredited university.
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.





Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.


Preferred Requirements:
+ Earned Ph.D. in Biology with an emphasis in cellular and molecular biology from an accredited university.
+ Preferred ability to teach microbiology, biotechnology, and related courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
+ Preferred evidence of established research expertise, postdoctoral experience, experience mentoring doctoral students, and a record of funding.



***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience***


Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application.

Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the Submit action.




Employment applications must include (required):
+ Completed online application
+ Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
+ Curriculum Vitae or Resume
+ At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
+ Philosophy Statement related to Teaching, and Research – no more than 1500 words.
+ Unofficial transcripts
+ Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.


Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.

Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.

“See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.




The first round of application reviews will begin December 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Anticipated start date Fall 2026.


Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.




All positions are security-sensitive.

Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.


Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.



Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence.

Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors.

Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is an NCAA Division l athletics member .



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+ Division of Human Resources (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/index.html)
+ Benefits
+ University Leadership (https://www.tarleton.edu/president/)
+ Research and Economic Development
+ Traditions and History (https://www.tarleton.edu/traditions/index.html)



Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .

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