Biology Professor for Anatomy and Physiology - Biomedical Sciences Nursing

***DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS.***

*** Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.***

Applicants must apply on the Salem State Career site to be considered.

Overview

The Biology Department at Salem State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position in biomedical sciences to begin September 2027.

We seek a colleague who encourages student learning through innovative pedagogy who has expertise in anatomy and physiology, pathology, immunology, or related field. The successful candidate will have primary teaching responsibility in Anatomy and Physiology I and II and the opportunity to teach upper-level electives in our catalog (e.g. Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, General Pathology, Endocrinology, Immunology) and/or introductory biology courses for nonmajors. We seek a colleague interested in taking an active role in the Pre-Health Advising Committee and providing guidance to students pursuing careers in medical sciences. The ideal candidate will have plans for engaging undergraduate students in course-based and/or mentored research opportunities.

We seek a collaborative colleague who cares deeply about supporting students and preparing future scientists and STEM professionals. Biology faculty are actively involved in departmental initiatives related to curriculum and assessment, student career preparation and professional development, and campus-wide committees. Biology faculty advise students in general biology and in specialized options focused on Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Marine Biology and Aquaculture, and Environmental Biology. In addition, the department teaches scientific reasoning courses for the General Education program and lab sciences support courses for allied health and sports and movement sciences departments.

Salem State University is committed to excellence in teaching. We pride ourselves in providing first-rate classroom experiences and supervising intensive learning opportunities such as research and internships. Many of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, veterans, and adult learners. Salem State University is located in the Greater Boston area in the historic city of Salem, Massachusetts. The Greater Boston region is famous for its world-class education, healthcare, and business enterprises, and the area offers numerous opportunities for professional and personal enrichment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Candidates are required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improve the department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours (approximately 4 lecture or lab sections) per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

***DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS.***

*** Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.***

Applicants must apply on the Salem State Career site to be considered.