Assistant Professor of Biology

The Department of Biology at Lafayette College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning fall 2026. We seek applicants who are broadly trained in ecology particularly those whose research examines broad levels of biological organization such as population community or ecosystem ecology. Candidates whose research explores diverse fields of disease ecology ecotoxicology molecular ecology computational ecology or other emerging subdisciplines are also encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and plans for an active research program that includes undergraduates in their research. Research experience beyond graduate work is preferred. Experience teaching undergraduates is a plus. The department especially welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute to Lafayettes commitment to diversity equity and inclusion.

The candidate will be expected to teach courses in Ecology and be able to contribute to our introductory general biology course sequences in particular Biology 111 : Unity & Diversity in Biology. Candidates will also be expected to teach other courses in their area of expertise. The teaching load is 2 / 2 in the first year and 3 / 2 thereafter. The Department of Biology expects all of its members to maintain active productive sustained programs of scholarship that involve undergraduate students. We offer competitive start-up funds and space for research in a new and well-equipped biology building. More information about the department is available at .

Located within 70 miles of New York City and Philadelphia Lafayette College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts and engineering institution with significant resources to support faculty members in their teaching and scholarship . Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community one that is inclusive and responsive and is supportive of its faculty students and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating maintaining and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued equity is sought and inclusiveness is practiced. Lafayette welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1