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Assistant Professor, Biology
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Position Number: 6002562
Location: Spokane, WA
Position Type: Science - Biology

Position Summary

Whitworth University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology. We are seeking an individual with extensive training in cell biology and developmental biology, extensive teaching experience, who is passionate about working with first-year students, and is an engaging and supportive mentor for Biology students. The position is renewable and is set to begin in the fall of 2025. The typical teaching load is 21 credits across fall, January, and spring terms. The successful candidate will bring their strengths to our welcoming community and contribute to the Whitworth mission.

Biology Department Overview
The Whitworth Biology Department emphasizes the breadth of knowledge about all levels of the natural world and the practical application of that knowledge through faculty-student collaborative research. Whitworth exposes students to the major ideas of biology and their effects on how we view the meaning of life and human nature. At the same time, the department introduces students to the technical skills required for biology professionals and graduate study in the field or laboratory. For more information, visit the Biology Department webpage.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. For full consideration, please submit your application by February 15, 2025. This position will remain open until filled.

Core Responsibilities

The standard full-time teaching load is usually 21 credits. Key teaching duties include, but are not limited to introductory biology courses and labs, upper-level genetics courses, developmental biology and neuroscience. In addition, the position requires involvement in advising, university service, maintaining an active research agenda, and engaging in departmental activities.

Qualifications and Core Competencies

Doctoral degree in Biology, with extensive training in cell biology, neuroscience, development, or immunology.
Teaching experience at the college level.
Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, and awareness of multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to: race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class, and religious perspectives.
A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning.
A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church.
The ability to communicate effectively in the language of instruction (English).
A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to contribute to the neuroscience major curriculum.

Other Details

Salary Information
Assistant Professor, Biology
Term: 9 months
Hiring range: $59,572 to $63,718
Commensurate with years of credited service. 1.75% increase to the minimum salary is granted for each year of credited service at the rank of assistant professor.

Applicants will be asked to submit the following:

A cover letter addressing their qualifications, teaching effectiveness, and interest in the position.
Curriculum vitae.
A statement of teaching philosophy.
A statement describing how their Christian faith shapes their approach to teaching and scholarship.
Names and contact information of three references.

A background check, sexual misconduct check, and confirmation of degrees earned will be required of the successful candidate.

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