Instructor of Biology

Department: Biology and Earth Sciences

Application Deadline: April 8, 2026

Salary: $45,930

About Arkansas Tech:

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.

Position Summary:

The Department of Biological and Earth Science invites applications for the position of a 9-month Instructor of Biology. We are seeking broadly trained biologist to complement our existing faculty, teach undergraduate general biology courses that include Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Biological Science, Environmental Science, and other duties as assigned. Our department currently consists of 20 full and part-time faculty that administer three B.S. degrees (Biology, Fisheries & Wildlife Science, and Geosciences) and one M.S. degree (Fisheries & Wildlife Science). Applicants must hold an earned MS in Biology or a closely related field. Arkansas Tech University offers a benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance and participation in TIAA-CREF retirement plans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach undergraduate general biology courses that include Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Biological Science, Environmental Science, and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Earned MS in biology or related field from a regionally accredited institution by the start date.

Minimum Requirements:

Earned MS in biology or related field from a regionally accredited institution by the start date and ability to teach introductory biology courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.

Evidence of quality teaching in the field of Biology.

Experience and/or ability to teach Anatomy and Physiology.

Experience and/or ability to teach Environmental Science.

Evidence of developing, supporting and/or implementing effective teaching and instructional technologies.

Evidence of, or potential for, creating an environment to support student success and access.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:

Arkansas Tech University campus in Russellville, Arkansas.

What to Submit:

Applicants should submit a letter of application that addresses the qualifications listed above that includes teaching philosophy and goals, curriculum vita, copies of transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient), and contact information for three professional references.

Candidates will be chosen based on a combination of the above listed minimum requirements and preferred qualifications; therefore, all items should be addressed in application package.

To be considered for the position of Instructor of Biology, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on April 8, 2026, before 6:00 pm central time.

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