Assistant Professor

Job TitleAssistant Professor

DepartmentBiology Department

Worker TypeRegular

Pay TypeSalary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit EligibleYes

Screening Date2025-08-18

Job Description SummaryAssistant Professor of Biology (tenure-track) to teach courses in Neurobiology, physiology, and additional biology courses.

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Biology (tenure-track) to teach courses in Neurobiology, physiology, and additional biology courses; develop an active research program leading to external funding and publications; advise undergraduate and graduate students; provide service to the department and university.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in Neurobiology, or closely related field by date of appointment.

Consideration may be given to applicants with postdoctoral experience and research areas complementing existing strengths in biology.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application DocumentsSubmit a cover letter, curriculum vita, statement of research plans, and a teaching philosophy.

Special Instructions (if applicable)Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Dawn Blitz at biology@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin October 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

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