Assistant Teaching Professor

Posting Information

Posting Number PG194894EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Assistant Teaching Professor

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with education and experience ($75,000-$80,000)

Work Schedule

Core Business hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; hours will vary based on teaching and laboratory schedule.

Job Location

Department

Biological Sciences

About the Department

The Department of Biological Sciences, within the College of Sciences at NC State University, is dedicated to research and teaching in a broad range of aspects of the biological sciences. The Department has strong undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral programs and substantial extramural support to develop and maintain integrative research programs. Additionally, the Department partners with other life sciences units across the University to enhance its mission to conduct interdisciplinary research and training programs. While working in this department, you will be expected to foster a supportive and welcoming environment. NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

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The Biological Sciences department is seeking candidates for an Assistant Teaching Professor position. This is a 9-month professional-track faculty position focused on teaching undergraduate Introductory Cellular & Molecular Biology and Human Anatomy & Physiology courses. You will have an estimated teaching load of 6–9 credit hours per semester, depending on enrollment and other assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach Introduction to Cellular & Molecular Biology and Human Anatomy & Physiology, while providing instructional support for associated lab courses.
• Opportunity to develop and/or teach a 200-level or higher course in an area of your expertise.
• Serve as an advisor to undergraduate students and supervise graduate teaching assistants.
• Contribute to other departmental responsibilities shaped by the needs of the department and your strengths and interests.

Join the Department of Biological Sciences at NC State and bring your teaching expertise to a community focused on providing a strong undergraduate education in the biological sciences. Your teaching, expertise, and interests will contribute to the learning experiences of students across the department’s undergraduate programs.

Other Responsibilities

n/a

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or closely related fields such as Cell Biology, Human Biology, or Anatomy and Physiology.

Other Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching through previous experience teaching undergraduate lecture courses.
• Experience using classroom and instructional technology to teach biological sciences concepts or other course offerings to students with varied academic levels and backgrounds.
• Clear written and oral communication skills.
• Organization and course management skills for large-enrollment courses.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, teaching assistants, staff, and other instructional partners.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years experience teaching large enrollment lecture courses in introductory cellular biology, molecular biology, and/or human anatomy and physiology.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required No

Commercial Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

10/12/2026

Anticipated Close Date

10/26/2026

Position Number

00061752

Position Type

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0

Appointment

9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID

172201 - Biological Sciences

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

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Required Documents

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