Assistant Professor, Biology

Title: Assistant Professor, Biology Area: College of Arts and Sciences Department: Biology Telework Availability: On-campus Position Employee Classification: Tenure Track Faculty (Full-time) Appointment Percentage: 100 Months per year: 9 Salary Range: The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position is $72,599. The internal salary range is $72,599 - $77,438. Relocation reimbursement eligibility: Yes Signing bonus eligibility: No Visa sponsorship: At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships. Job Purpose The Department of Biology at Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applicants for a full-time Assistant Professor position (tenure-track) in Biology beginning August 16, 2027. We are seeking a neurobiologist specializing in research with model organisms. Gonzaga University is committed to pursuing excellence in teaching by creating engaging, inclusive learning environments for undergraduate students, and we are seeking a colleague who shares that commitment. Courses will include a mixture of introductory-level Biology courses and upper-division Neuroscience courses. We seek candidates who demonstrate an active program of research in neuroscience and who can mentor undergraduate students in their research. Responsibilities Teach an equivalent to 9 credits each semester, typically 2 lecture sections and one or two labs per semester (1 credit each). Teaching areas will be matched to candidates' preparation and interests according to program and department needs but will include a mixture of introductory-level Biology courses such as BIOL105: Information Flow in Biology Systems, BIOL 106: Information Flow in Biology Systems, and upper-division Neuroscience courses like BIOL 376: Cellular Neurophysiology, and/or advanced seminar courses in their area of scholarly expertise. Develop a successful neuroscience research program providing quality research experiences to undergraduates. A successful researcher will publish in peer reviewed journals and seek external research funding. Provide academic and career advising and mentoring to 15 - 25 undergraduate students per year in the associated Neuroscience major, starting in the second year. Support the Biology Department and Neuroscience major and university through service and other forms of academic citizenship while maintaining a close relationship to the Psychology and Neuroscience Department. Engage in professional activities that inform teaching, enhance student experience, and help the faculty member to remain current in their field. Maintain standards of professionalism. Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. in Neurobiology or a closely related field. At least one year experience teaching undergraduate students in relevant courses. Evidence of a research program that makes use of non-mammalian model organisms (Gonzaga University does not have appropriate animal facilities). Preferred Qualifications At least one year of postdoctoral work or a similar experience. Evidence of engaging, inclusive teaching at the undergraduate level. Evidence of effectiveness in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students. Evidence of peer-reviewed scholarship. Educational Requirement Terminal Degree Physical & On-Campus Requirements In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Often (50%-75% of time) Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Rarely (1%-49% of time) Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Never (0% of time) Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time) Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time) Required Application Materials To apply, please visit our website and submit the following materials: A Cover Letter which summarizes the areas above and describes the candidate's understanding of and commitment to the university's mission. Curriculum vitae A statement of teaching philosophy (2-page max) referencing evidence of teaching effectiveness and describing how the candidate creates and maintains an inclusive environment that can support and promote learning for students with a variety of backgrounds and identities. Evidence of effective teaching and/or sample materials from relevant courses, if available. A research statement (2-pages max) that describes how the candidate will mentor undergraduate students in their research program at Gonzaga. Copies of unofficial graduate school transcripts. Names and contact information for three professional references will be collected from advancing candidates during the interview process. References will be sent a link to upload a confidential letter of recommendation. Applications must be received by September 21, 2026. Questions about this position can be directed to Dr. Marianne Poxleitner, Department Chair, at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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