Assistant Professor of Biology

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Biology Location: Clayton State University Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 292632 Job Summary The School of Sciences in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics at Clayton State University is seeking applicants for an Assistant Professor of Biology position. The position is an academic year, tenure-track appointment that reports to the Director of the School of Sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to begin on August 1, 2026. Salary will be commensurate with experience and competitive with comparable programs. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of hire.Part of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is located 15 minutes from downtown Atlanta in a lakeside setting. The School of Sciences consists of 20 full-time faculty members and houses degree programs in Biology and Chemistry. We offer courses and labs in a variety of fields with an emphasis on high-quality undergraduate teaching and undergraduate research. In addition, we support the core curriculum and health sciences majors through our non-majors courses. For additional information about the School of Sciences, visit https://www.clayton.edu/cstem/school-of-sciences/index.phpResponsibilities Teach the introductory biology sequences (biology majors and non-majors), and upper-level biology courses. Tenure-track faculty are expected to teach 14 contact hours per week in the fall and spring semesters. The majority of courses are during normal business hours but may occasionally be online or after 5pm on weekdays. (Instruction of students accounts for 60% of the job duties for a tenure-track position). Develop courses in your area of expertise.Engage in scholarly activity leading to presentation and publication. (Scholarship and Professional Development accounts for 20% of the job duties for a tenure-track position).Participate in service to Department, School, University, and community. (Service accounts for 20% of the job duties for a tenure-track position).Serve as a career mentor for biology students.Required Qualifications Doctorate in Biology (ABD candidates will be considered and are encouraged to apply) or closely related discipline. Ability and desire to teach upper division courses and labs in your area of expertise. Ability and desire to teach lower division courses and labs for majors and non-majors.Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skillsPreferred Qualifications Potential for excellence in undergraduate teaching.Breadth and desire to teach a variety of courses and/or labs in the field of molecular/cellular biology (Examples: Microbiology and Lab, Cell Biology and Lab, Biochemistry, or other courses in area of expertise), and course sequences for science majors and non-science majors.Willingness to participate in innovative, evidence-based teaching practices.A commitment to working in a department that prioritizes collaboration. Experience and/or enthusiasm for mentoring undergraduate students in research projects Familiarity with utilizing course management systems in teaching and/or implementing online courses (or willingness to learn).Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities The candidate must have a doctorate in Biology or related discipline (ABD candidates will be considered and are encouraged to apply).USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Institutional Values Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at https://www.clayton.edu/strategic-plan/mission-vision-values and https://www.clayton.edu/human-resources/current-employees/resources-policiesConditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance.Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.Clery Disclosure This position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery-specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.