The Department of Biology at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, is currently accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2025. We seek candidates interested in conducting research in cell biology or organismal biology, broadly defined. We seek candidates interested in conducting research in cell biology or organismal biology, broadly defined. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Biology, Cell Biology, Organismal Biology or a related field, a strong record of research scholarship, and experience working with undergraduates. Applicants who deploy genomics or computational methods are strongly encouraged to apply. The candidate should be prepared to teach six course equivalents annually (two per quarter), including Introductory Biology and upper division and/or non-major courses in their area of expertise. An emphasis on inclusive teaching is preferred. Candidates should also have a productive research program that has the potential to include undergraduates as research collaborators.
Santa Clara is a Jesuit, Catholic, private university located in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley. Faculty are teaching scholars who balance a commitment to high quality teaching (40%), an active research program (40%) and service (20%). This is an in-person position.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Completion of the Ph.D. in the Biological Sciences (e.g., Biology, Organismal Biology, Evolution and Ecology, Cell & Molecular Biology, Zoology, Botany, and the like) by the time of application.
2. Evidence of a research program and promise of ongoingly publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research in the area of expertise.
3. Evidence of potential for effective and excellent university-level teaching in lower- and/or upper-division classes.
4. Potential to utilize inclusive pedagogical practices that advance SCU’s goals of diversity and equity.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Postdoctoral experience in cell biology or organismal biology, broadly defined.
2. Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.
3. A rigorous and long-term research plan that could be successfully supported by extramural funding and provide opportunities for undergraduate involvement.
More details can be found here - https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/scu/scu/job/Assistant-Professor-in-Cell-Biology-or-Organismal-Biology_R4746
Application materials should be submitted via WorkDay and must include (1) a cover letter that addresses how your expertise and experience aligns with the position; (2) a current curriculum vitae; (3) a research agenda highlighting how you will involve undergraduate students; (4) a teaching philosophy statement describing your approach to teaching and that highlights your prior teaching experiences; (5) a statement describing your experience and skills in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (c) the applicant’s understanding of the mission of Santa Clara, and how they might contribute to the College or University priorities; (6) the names and contact information of three references. Three letters of recommendations will be requested from referees for candidates advancing beyond initial review. Applicants should identify in their application materials any areas of intersection between their teaching, research, and their diversity goals and the academic mission of Santa Clara University. Inquiries regarding the position may be emailed to Dr. Elizabeth Dahlhoff at biology@scu.edu.
