The TCU Biology Department invites applications for two positions – Assistant Professor of Biology and Instructor I of Biology – beginning August 2025.
Assistant Professor of Biology Position
The TCU Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the areas of ecology or environmental biology at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2025. Applicants should have a PhD in the biological sciences or related field, a minimum of two years of post-graduate research experience (e.g., post-doctoral training, government, or industrial research), a strong record of achievement in ecology-related research, and a commitment to excellent teaching. The Department and the University are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment, and individuals who are committed to furthering these causes are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applicants from groups traditionally underrepresented in the biological sciences.
The successful candidate will be expected to engage in 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service. Specifically, the new faculty member will: 1) contribute to existing courses and develop upper-level undergraduate/graduate courses in their area of expertise; 2) develop and maintain an externally-funded research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students (MS and PhD); and 3) contribute to departmental service needs. This on-campus, in-person position will begin in August 2025. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with education and experience.
Review of applications will begin September 26, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
Specific application directions, a complete job description, and information about the Department and TCU can be found at https://tinyurl.com/TCUBiologyTTPosition.
For further inquiries please contact the chair of the search committee Dr. Matt Hale (m.c.hale@tcu.edu).
Instructor I of Biology Position
Applicants should have a PhD in the biological sciences or related field and strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Though not required, experience in undergraduate teaching and evidence of a strong teaching record are preferred. The Department and the University are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment, and individuals who are committed to furthering these causes are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applicants from groups traditionally underrepresented in the biological sciences.
This is an on-campus, in-person position with 80% teaching and 20% service loads. The ideal candidate’s contributions to teaching will include: 1) the co-coordination and teaching of a non-majors Biology course, 2) the teaching of an upper-level human physiology course, and 3) the development and teaching of a new upper-level physiology lab course. The faculty member will contribute to the professional development of students seeking careers in health-related fields through their service on the Health Professions Advisory Committee. Other service assigned to the candidate will be dependent upon their skills and interests, as well as institutional need.
Rank and Salary
Instructor, non-tenure track. This is a permanent position with a renewable contract and the possibility of promotion to Instructor II and Senior Instructor. The contract period is initially one year and can be extended to three years following promotion to Instructor II. Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Review of applications will begin October 7, 2024. Specific application directions, a complete job description, and information about the Department and TCU can be found at https://tinyurl.com/TCUBioInstructorI. The position will remain open until filled. For further inquiries please contact the chair of the search committee, Mr. Michael Sawey (m.sawey@tcu.edu).
Department Details:
Collegiality and teamwork are a hallmark of our department. Our department’s curriculum and faculty-related policies have been developed with consultation of the faculty. We work together as a team, with the utmost respect and appreciation for all types of contributions to our students and their success.
The TCU Department of Biology offers a rigorous, science-based curriculum grounded in evolutionary theory to undergraduate and graduate students across all areas of biology. We are committed to the teacher-scholar model and teaching is central to our department’s mission. We hire faculty who are passionate about teaching and highly trained in their area of teaching specialty. We strive to provide equitable access to high-quality educational opportunities and create inclusive learning environments.
Research plays a major role in the professional life of our tenure-track faculty. Our faculty regularly publish in high-quality journals, present their work at national and international conferences, and contribute their research expertise through professional service and outreach. Our research programs support our teaching mission and allow us to expose students to the process of science when they conduct research in our labs. Faculty have access to a variety of research-related equipment (https://cse.tcu.edu/biology/student-experience/facilities.php). TCU’s library, including on-line resources and personnel, is considered a strength by the Biology faculty.
To learn more about the Department of Biology, visit our website at https://cse.tcu.edu/biology/index.php.
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