Assistant Professor, Biology – Translational Biology Full-time NEW

Open Date: 09/03/2026

Job Purpose

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Immigration sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

The Department of Biology at The University of Scranton invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology position beginning in August 2027. We seek candidates whose research bridges fundamental biological discovery and translational science to advance understanding of the mechanisms of normal biological function and disease. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, cellular and molecular biology, physiology, omics, and/or other preclinical biomedical disciplines. Our research programs embrace scientific investigation and understanding of all biological core concepts including evolution; structure and function; information flow, exchange, and storage; pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and systems.

Essential Duties

The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s teaching mission by offering courses in general, cellular, and molecular biology, physiology, and/or related areas appropriate to departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise. Faculty members are encouraged to develop and teach advanced courses aligned with their research expertise and scholarly interests. A successful candidate will establish an undergraduate-centered research program that investigates fundamental biological mechanisms relevant to human health, while providing meaningful research opportunities for undergraduate students. The successful candidate will also contribute service to the department, university, and broader community.

Minimum Education Requirements

A Ph.D. is required by the start date; postdoctoral experience is preferred. Experience and commitment to teaching undergraduates and the capability to develop an active research program that involves mentoring undergraduates is expected. The Biology Department is housed in a state-of-the-art unified science center http://www.scranton.edu/academics/sciencecenter.Visit http://www.scranton.edu/academics/cas/biology/ for more information about the Biology Department, its programs, and its faculty.

University Mission

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University is committed to providing an educational, residential,  and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.

The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:

Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
elizabeth.garcia2@scranton.edu
(570) 941-6645
https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/

The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested applicants must apply online at https://universityofscrantonjobs.com. Review of applications will begin on October 9th. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The application must include: (1) a cover letter; (2) a current curriculum vitae; (3) a teaching statement that (a) outlines your teaching experience, (b) describes your pedagogical approach to developing and administering student-centered classes, and © proposes undergraduate courses you can teach and/or develop at The University of Scranton; (4) a research statement that summarizes (a) your prior contributions to research, (b) your goals for developing a research program at The University of Scranton, and (c ) your approach to involving undergraduates from a variety of backgrounds with different levels of preparation in your research; (5) three selected publications, and (6) names and contact information of three individuals who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation. Letter requests will be automatically sent upon name submission. Letters of recommendation must be received prior to applicants being reviewed. We welcome applications from individuals of all beliefs, backgrounds, and identities.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Joe Brague, Chair of the Search Committee, via email at joe.brague@scranton.edu.

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