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Assistant Professor, Biology - 2161
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This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
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Position Information
| Division | Academic Affairs |
|---|---|
| Department | Biology |
| Working Title | Assistant Professor, Biology |
| Vacancy Type | Tenure Track Faculty |
| Min T/E Requirements | Ph.D. in an appropriate area of science education and/or biology or a minimum of 18 hours of approved graduate coursework in science education. Current middle or high school NC science licensure or eligibility to apply for licensure or its equivalent with a demonstration of excellence in teaching. |
| FTE | 1 |
| Recruitment Range | Commensurate with Education and Experience |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | Commensurate with Education and Experience |
| Position # | 2161 |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Months per year | 9 |
| Is this a grant funded position? | No |
| If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable) | N/A |
| Primary Purpose of Organization Unit | Teaching, Research and Scholarship, and Service |
| Primary Purpose of Position | Teach in Graduate Science Education program and undergraduate Biology program; Scholarship related to obtaining grants, research with students and colleagues; Service in department, university, profession, and community. |
| Job Description | Full-time assistant professor position for an individual to direct the graduate science education program in the Department of Biology, which includes teaching online and campus courses in the program as well as introductory biology courses such as Principles of Biology. Responsibilities also include service on departmental and university committees. Candidates should either hold a current science teaching license at the middle or high school level in NC or be eligible to apply for licensure or its equivalent. Preference is given to candidates with at least three years of teaching experience in science in grades 6-12 in public schools. The minimum degree required Ph.D. in an appropriate area of science education and/or biology or a minimum of 18 hours of approved graduate coursework in science education. Current middle or high school NC science licensure or eligibility to apply for licensure or its equivalent with a demonstration of excellence in teaching. |
| Management Preference | Ph.D. in an appropriate area of science education and/or biology or a minimum of 18 hours of approved graduate coursework in science education. Current middle or high school NC science licensure or eligibility to apply for licensure or its equivalent with a demonstration of excellence in teaching. |
| Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation | A current North Carolina Professional Teaching License in science or equivalent is required by the School of Education |
Posting Information
| Job Opening Date | 11/20/2025 |
|---|---|
| Job Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Posting Category | Faculty |
| Posting Number | EPA01073 |
| Quick Link to Posting | https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/12829 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process. UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings. |
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UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.