West Virginia University Hiring for Assistant Professor of Biology – WVU Tech (Beckley) at Beckley, WV  Full Time

West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), is a divisional campus of West Virginia University (WVU) focused on four-year undergraduate education. We are located in Beckley, West Virginia, near the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, world-class whitewater rafting, and other outdoor recreation activities. WVU Tech is currently inviting applications for the following employment opportunity:

The Department of Biology in the Leonard C. Nelson College of Engineering and Sciences seeks to hire a full-time, tenure-track position to begin Fall 2023.

Teaching responsibilities include Vertebrate Embryology, Developmental Biology, Evolution and/or Biotechnology. Depending on department scheduling, other courses that may be assigned include General Biology (lecture or lab, as part of a team of instructors), and Human Anatomy and Physiology. Also, opportunities to develop additional upper division course(s) not currently included in our curriculum may become available as student interest and resources allow. Other duties typically assigned to WVU Tech faculty include: service on committees, academic advising, outreach, and curriculum development. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research program involving undergraduate students and write grants to support this program.

Date of Appointment: August 11, 2023

Rank: Assistant Professor

Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled.

More information about the Leonard C. Nelson College of Engineering and Sciences can be found at:

Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline is required by time of appointment, with strengths in developmental biology and/or evolutionary biology. ABD candidates will be considered.

Excellent oral and written communication skills and a commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentoring are required.

Application should include:

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of interest
• Unofficial copies of all transcripts
• Statement of undergraduate teaching philosophy
• Contact information for 3 references including telephone and email address

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