Assistant Professor of Biology

Westminster University
Assistant Professor of Biology

Annual Salary Range: $61,034.78 — $64,425.60

Westminster University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Biology, to begin in August 2026. The teaching assignment will include lower-division courses in human anatomy and human physiology and upper-division courses, such as comparative anatomy and physiology, and/or immunology. There is also opportunity to develop upper division courses in the candidates’ area of expertise. We seek an excellent teacher with demonstrated ability to facilitate active student engagement and a commitment to a liberal arts education. We hope to collaborate with an energetic colleague who will participate actively in the work of our program and ongoing development of our innovative curriculum. A Ph.D. degree in biology, or related field, is required. There are also opportunities to develop engaging non-majors courses. We particularly seek candidates who have a strong interest in scholarship, which could include pedagogical research and mentoring students in undergraduate research.

Westminster University’s commitment to diversity and global learning is revealed in its core values, mission and vision statements, and learning goals. We seek colleagues who will support the learning of all students, including those from groups historically underrepresented in higher education, such as students of color, LGBTQ+ students, students with disabilities, and first-generation University students.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a biological field, completed no later than August, 2026.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching. The successful applicant will have served as the instructor of record for at least one course and be able to demonstrate the ability to employ pedagogical practices that generate active and engaged learning, particularly to a diverse student body.
• An active intellectual life that includes communication of your scholarly work through presentations at academic conferences or publications.

Application Instructions:

For application instructions, please consult the online job board. Applications received before January 20th, 2026, will be given full consideration. A complete application that demonstrates competencies in the above qualifications will include:

1. A letter of application that highlights your specific qualifications for the position
2. A recent curriculum vita
3. A statement of commitment to undergraduate education. Please submit a single page statement that contains three paragraphs summarizing your A) teaching philosophy, B) research plan with undergraduate students, and C) experience and goals in supporting, teaching, and mentoring students from groups historically underrepresented in higher education.
4. Contact information for three professional references

About Westminster:

Westminster University is a place for self-reliant students of all backgrounds who seek lives of consequence. We are a private, independent University that has been advancing the liberal arts tradition in Utah since 1875. Our historic campus is the center of Salt Lake City's Sugar House neighborhood. Our mountain vistas inspire exploration, our urban surroundings provide endless opportunities, and our small classes promote inclusive dialogue. We offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Our devoted faculty challenge students to engage their curiosity and pursue their passions through purpose-driven academic programs. Westminster is a place for expanding your worldview, innovating for the future, and launching a meaningful life. For more information visit www.WestminsterUniversity.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Westminster University is committed to a diversified workforce, equal opportunity, and nondiscrimination. To this end, Westminster prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race or ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, disabilities, genetic information, status as a veteran, or any other category or classification protected by applicable federal, state, or city laws.