JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 21398 POSITION: #25-21: Assistant Professor of Biology - Natural Sciences Assistant Professor, FA040, Full-Time: 100% appointment, Faculty, Ongoing/Renewable, Academic (9-month), 1 vacancy POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Natural Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Superior invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology position beginning in August 2025. The Department is seeking individuals who will provide excellent undergraduate instruction, incorporate current techniques in teaching and research, and work collaboratively to strengthen the Department\'s biology program. For this position we are seeking a broadly trained biologist that will teach an introductory-level course in the core Principles of Biology sequence and upper division electives in the candidate\'s expertise. The successful candidate will be dynamic, energetic, creative, and engaging. They will demonstrate commitment to the public liberal arts mission and to quality teaching and learning methods. Willingness and interest in utilizing technology in the classroom strongly preferred. The successful candidate must be committed to the highest ethical standards and demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills. JOB DUTIES: *Teach an introductory-level course in the core Principles of Biology sequence. This course is required of all Biology and Environmental Science majors. *Teach upper-division electives in the candidate\'s expertise that are complementary to current program and department offerings. *Teach one or more courses for non-science majors in line with our liberal arts foundation, as determined by departmental needs. *Utilize modern techniques in the laboratory classroom and research settings. *Advise students in the biology and environmental science major. *Provide service to the University and community through, but not limited to, participation in departmental and university committees as appropriate. *Mentor students with research projects and internships and develop an active scholarly program consistent with the availability of resources. Other Duties: *Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned. *Other duties as assigned. STARTING DATE: August 2025 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu; For additional information about this position, contact Sandy Orr at sorr@uwsuper.edu. APPLICATION PROCESS: Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on January 5, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Once an application is received, your user profile information remains in UW-Superior\'s Talent Management System for future submissions. To Apply: 1.Visit UW-Careers at www.careers.wisconsin.edu. 2. In the Search Jobs box enter the job number #25-22: Assistant Professor of Biology, Pre-Med & Health - Natural Sciences and hit Enter. 3.Click on the Position title. 4.Click on the Apply for Job button. o For additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 21398: www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: *Earned doctorate in biology or a related discipline by August 31, 2025. *Two semesters of experience in college-level teaching. Graduate teaching assistantships will be considered. *A research background in biology or related life science. *Experience or commitment to developing a research program that involves undergraduate biology majors. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: *One semester or more of experience teaching college-level introductory biology. *Expertise in either botany or microbiology. (Candidates from any subfield of biology are encouraged to apply). *Experience and professional development in best practices in teaching and learning, including experiential and active learning styles. *Experience in developing an delivering courses in online and alternative delivery formats. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu