Assistant Professor of Biology (10-month)

The Department of Natural Sciences at Concordia University Irvine invites applications for a full-time faculty appointment in Biology beginning in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching and scholarship at the university level in one or more subdisciplines of biology; preference will be given to candidates who specialize in molecular biology, cellular biology, microbiology, immunology, or genetics. Candidates must be able to advance the mission and core convictions of Concordia University Irvine and the Natural Sciences Department with a clear commitment to integrating their Christian faith into their teaching, relationships with students and colleagues, and engagement with prospective students and families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each of the below duties satisfactorily: 

• Teach lower-division courses in General Biology and/or General Chemistry, and upper-division courses in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Genetics and others as needed by the department
• Teach in Concordia's Enduring Questions and Ideas (Q&I) CORE Curriculum as needed
• Advise and mentor Biology, Biochemistry, and Chemistry majors, including supervision of research capstone projects
• Support departmental initiatives such as peer mentorship programs, supplemental instruction, and prospective student recruitment events
• Development of new courses as needed by the department

Appointment: This is a full-time, in-person faculty position in Biology at Concordia University Irvine's Turtle Rock campus. The appointment includes all rights and responsibilities of full-time faculty status. The faculty member will teach courses in the Biology program and in the Enduring Questions and Ideas curriculum, and will participate in departmental and university activities, including convocations. Responsibilities also include faculty service to the university, the academic community, the church, and the broader public. 

Application Requirements: Applicants should submit applications via the Concordia University Irvine HR website at the link below. The following materials are required: 

• 1-2 page cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Transcript showing the highest earned degree
• Names of three professional references 

Pay Range: $66,000 - $77,000 per year