FCSM-3926L, Assistant Teaching Professor - 2 positions

Position Assistant Teaching Professor (2 positions) – Department of Biological Sciences at the Jess and Mildred Fisher College of Science and Mathematics, Towson University. Offer: full‑time 9‑month renewable (1-3 year) non‑tenure track positions. Preferred start dates: August 2026 (position 1) and January 2027 (position 2). Qualifications Master’s or doctoral degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Physiology, or equivalent. A commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching is required. Responsibilities The instructional workload is 24 contact hours per academic year (Fall/Spring); typical courses are 3 or 4 contact hours per semester. Workload includes advising biology majors, and departmental service, such as course coordination or responsibility for an ongoing departmental initiative. Teaching Professors are expected to show evidence of on‑going professional development via scholarly endeavors and/or engagement with the college teaching community. Specific Department Needs Experience teaching human anatomy & physiology lecture/lab courses. The candidates would join a team of experienced A&P instructors in support of our many service courses for our students from the College of Health Professions. The team and the department provide significant support to new instructors to meet standards. Knowledge of undergraduate biology curricula. Experience advising biology students. Experience with or an appreciation for high impact teaching practices. Experience teaching courses at the 100, 200 and higher level. Salary and Benefits Targeted salary: $60,000. Benefits: TU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans; and tuition remission. TU also offers a variety of great perks and discounts. Background Check A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment. COVID‑19 Statement The safety of our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors has been our top priority. The University System of Maryland (USM) strongly encourages full COVID vaccination and up‑to‑date booster shots (when eligible) for all faculty, staff, and students at all USM schools as a reasonable and necessary means of protecting our health and safety. Department The Department of Biological Sciences provides high‑quality education to both undergraduate and graduate students, with a focus on the knowledge and skills necessary for success at Towson University and beyond. The department enrolls approximately 1,000 undergraduates in biology, as well as about 40 graduate students in the biology master’s program. The department supports interdisciplinary programs in molecular biology, biochemistry and bioinformatics, environmental science, and animal behavior, as well as service courses in the College of Health Professions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Towson University