About this position
Harrisburg University invites applications for a Full-time Biology Faculty Professor
Qualifications:Harrisburg University (HU) requires dedicated professionals who have the experience and desire to work in an active and collaborative environment that demands high quality education delivery, entrepreneurial spirit, and close contact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents. We seek candidates who are dedicated to teaching and scholarship and will contribute to our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. HU is committed to fostering a diverse learning environment and seeks candidates who can make a positive contribution in this context. HU is seeking an experienced, dynamic educator and team player who can promote active-learning sessions and contribute to the collaborative spirit of the Integrative Sciences program. The Integrative Sciences program offers three concentrations: Biology, Biological Chemistry, and Chemistry. The new faculty member would contribute to teaching upper-level Biology courses (Genetics, Ecology, Evolution, Conservation Biology, and Animal Behavior) and other foundational Biology courses as needed to support Integrative Science students as well as students in other science programs such as Environmental Science, Forensic Science and Biotechnology. Faculty member would also be expected to actively participate in undergraduate research in the area of expertise.
Required:
· Ph.D. in Conservation Biology, Ecology, Genetics or a closely related field.· Two or more years of university-level experience teaching both lecture and lab courses supported by positive student evaluations (to be provided).· Proficient in the use of digital technology in education.· Experience working with diverse (e.g., learning, racial, cultural, religious) student populations.· Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.· Availability to begin work December 2025-Jan 2026.
Preferred:· Experience teaching upper-level Biology undergraduate courses.· Experience supervising interdisciplinary undergraduate research.· Undergraduate academic advising and curriculum development experience.· Experience in LMS Canvas
Interested candidates should forward a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy to the attention of:
Michael Dorris, Executive RecruiterHarrisburg University326 Market StreetHarrisburg, PA 17101717-503-6049MDorris@harrisburgu.edu
Qualifications:Harrisburg University (HU) requires dedicated professionals who have the experience and desire to work in an active and collaborative environment that demands high quality education delivery, entrepreneurial spirit, and close contact with a diverse group of internal and external constituents. We seek candidates who are dedicated to teaching and scholarship and will contribute to our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. HU is committed to fostering a diverse learning environment and seeks candidates who can make a positive contribution in this context. HU is seeking an experienced, dynamic educator and team player who can promote active-learning sessions and contribute to the collaborative spirit of the Integrative Sciences program. The Integrative Sciences program offers three concentrations: Biology, Biological Chemistry, and Chemistry. The new faculty member would contribute to teaching upper-level Biology courses (Genetics, Ecology, Evolution, Conservation Biology, and Animal Behavior) and other foundational Biology courses as needed to support Integrative Science students as well as students in other science programs such as Environmental Science, Forensic Science and Biotechnology. Faculty member would also be expected to actively participate in undergraduate research in the area of expertise.
Required:
· Ph.D. in Conservation Biology, Ecology, Genetics or a closely related field.· Two or more years of university-level experience teaching both lecture and lab courses supported by positive student evaluations (to be provided).· Proficient in the use of digital technology in education.· Experience working with diverse (e.g., learning, racial, cultural, religious) student populations.· Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.· Availability to begin work December 2025-Jan 2026.
Preferred:· Experience teaching upper-level Biology undergraduate courses.· Experience supervising interdisciplinary undergraduate research.· Undergraduate academic advising and curriculum development experience.· Experience in LMS Canvas
Interested candidates should forward a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy to the attention of:
Michael Dorris, Executive RecruiterHarrisburg University326 Market StreetHarrisburg, PA 17101717-503-6049MDorris@harrisburgu.edu
Salary Information
$85000.0 - $100000.0
Annual Salary