Assistant Professor of Biology

Responsibilities

• Dedicate approximately 80% of time to teaching undergraduate courses, including Immunology (BIOL360), Molecular Cell Biology (BIOL450), and other courses based on expertise.
• Mentor undergraduate students through the research process and support their academic and career goals.
• Engage in scholarly activity through research, publication, grant development, and creative achievement.
• Provide academic advising to assigned students, helping them develop individualized educational plans.
• Participate in university service, including committee work, department meetings, and commencement exercises.
• Support the department's student recruitment, retention, and strategic planning efforts.

Requirements

• PhD in Biology, Molecular Cell Biology, Cellular Biology, Immunology, or an allied field.
• Evidence of potential for effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Evidence of potential for scholarly activity and research.
• Educational preparation in accordance with University and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching cell biology and/or immunology at the college level.

About the Company

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community located in Harrogate, Tennessee, nestled in the unique Cumberland Gap region. Dedicated to serving the Appalachia region, LMU provides diverse educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies to a wide range of students.