What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Biology position at LASELL UNIVERSITY?
Assistant Professor of Biology
The School of Health Sciences at Lasell University in Newton, Massachusetts seeks a highly motivated and collaborative individual to join our program as an Assistant Professor of Biology with expertise in biomedical sciences, biotechnology, or related disciplines. This full-time, non-tenure-track, 9-month appointment will begin in the 2026–2027 academic year.
Responsibilities
Teaching responsibilities will include didactic and laboratory instruction in various biology courses (molecular, genetics, microbiology, evolutionary etc.) and may include other areas of disciplinary expertise. Successful candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, serving as a champion for the biology program through positive interaction with prospective students and the public. The candidate must have the ability to teach other general science courses that align with the candidate’s field of expertise.
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence and enthusiasm in teaching and student advocacy; commitment to productivity and professional development; and active participation in school and college service that includes but is not limited to faculty standing committee work and academic advising.
Student mentoring, academic advising at the undergraduate level, and new course development to support the dynamic and growing area is required. Candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to collegiality and teamwork. Our growing undergraduate and graduate programs are looking to enhance and diversify offerings. The successful candidate will have the ability to work both within and beyond program specific needs to shape the on-going development of the curricula offered within the School of Health Sciences.
Successful candidates will demonstrate an avid interest in utilizing a project-focused approach to teaching, supporting the University’s educational philosophy, Connected Learning. Faculty in all disciplines at Lasell may have the opportunity to teach in our Honors Program as well as the Core Curriculum.
Optional Program Leadership Opportunity
The School of Health Sciences anticipates appointing one of the successful candidates to serve as Program Chair for Sciences, based on qualifications, experience, and interest. Program Chair responsibilities include academic leadership, curriculum coordination, faculty collaboration, assessment and accreditation support, and program development. Appointment as Program Chair includes additional responsibilities and compensation in accordance with University policy.
Candidates with interest or experience in academic leadership are encouraged to indicate this in their application materials.
Qualifications:Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Biology, Biomedical Science, Biotechnology, or related field.
- Experience teaching biology courses at the undergraduate level (lecture lab).
- Ability to operate biological laboratory instrumentation and oversee student use.
- Ability to attract and retain new students.
- Ability to teach general science courses required.
- Ability to serve as a capstone research advisor for undergraduate students.
Salary : $62,000 - $88,000