Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Biological Sciences (25-26)

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Biological Sciences (25-26)

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Posting Details

Job ID: 141226
Rank: Assistant Professor
College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Science and Health
Responsibilities:

The Department of Biological Sciences at DePaul University is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin September 2025.

Applicants must hold a PhD and be broadly trained in Biology with a preference given to those focused on plant biology with experience in one or more of the following areas: molecular biology, cellular biology, bioinformatics, genomics, physiology, and/or systems-level biology. All fields of plant biology will be considered. The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to undergraduate education in a diverse environment and will establish an active independent research program that includes both undergraduate and graduate Master's students. Teaching responsibilities will include some combination of general biology, plant biology, courses for non-science majors and other courses related to the candidate's interests and expertise. In addition to teaching and research activities, the faculty member will participate in service opportunities while contributing to an established, vibrant Department of Biological Sciences. Dedicated research space and startup funds are available. The Department is housed in a spacious and well-equipped teaching, research and support facility, including a 2,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art staffed animal care facility.

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With over 22,000 students, DePaul University is one of the largest private non-profit universities and the largest Catholic university in the country. The College of Science and Health is the third largest college at DePaul, enrolling over 3,000 students. The college includes programs in mathematics, psychology, physics and astrophysics, environmental science and studies, chemistry and biochemistry, biological sciences, neuroscience, health sciences and nursing. The College of Science and Health provides high quality, personalized, accessible science and health education to a diverse student body, grounded in the values of St. Vincent de Paul. Our teaching and research advance knowledge and service to society. The College is located on DePaul's Lincoln Park campus. DePaul's location in Chicago also offers opportunities for collaborative research and use of facilities at a number of neighboring institutions.

Required Qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Candidates should possess a PhD in Biology or a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching at the college level
• Postdoctoral research experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:
The full and complete application should contain the following information:

1. Cover letter of application indicating interest in, and qualifications for, the position
2. Curriculum vita
3. Statement of teaching philosophy
4. Statement of research agenda
5. Statement of efforts to support diversity, equity and inclusivity
6. General list of equipment and supply needs with cost estimates
7. Contact information for three professional references (References will be emailed with a link to upload their recommendations.)

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

For further questions about this position, please contact Dr. Tim Sparkes, Biological Science Search Committee chair at .

Applicant Documents
Cover Letter(1)
C.V.(1)
Teaching Statement(1)
Research Statement(1)
Diversity Statement(1)
Other Document(1)
Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3)