Assistant Professor of Biology

Vacancy Announcement

Position Information

Campus Title Assistant Professor of Biology Department Biology Position Summary

The Department of Biology at SUNY Geneseo invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2027. The department seeks a scientist with training in Quantitative Biology with a passion for teaching who will contribute to the broad education in biology we provide to our majors and to the college community. Expertise may include, but is not limited to, computational biology, mathematical biology, theoretical biology, modeling, biostatistics, and epidemiology. A strong applicant will demonstrate an ability to contribute to Geneseo's growing expertise in the areas of data analytics and bioinformatics.

The duties of the position include:

• Teaching required courses in residence in the Biology programs and/or non-majors biology, and elective courses in quantitative biology.
• Developing and maintaining a research program in Quantitative Biology that engages undergraduate students from all backgrounds and generates scholarly products appropriate to the field. Faculty are strongly encouraged to apply for external funding for continuing appointment and promotion.
• Academic advising and service to the department, the college, the community, and profession, including contributing to curriculum development in quantitative biology or bioinformatics

The mission of the Department of Biology at SUNY Geneseo is to provide students from across New York State and beyond with a well-rounded background in biology, which can be used as a solid foundation for various careers in the biological sciences, health professions, and beyond. As a primarily undergraduate institution (PUI), we aspire to promote belonging among all our students, faculty and staff. This is achieved in part by having smaller class sizes ranging from 12 to 100 students per course, even in required and introductory courses in our popular and vibrant biology programs. Outside the classroom, undergraduate students work closely and directly with faculty to produce research and in other meaningful high-impact experiences, contributing to a high rate of students heading to graduate or professional school.

Our campus has a growing cohort of faculty teaching and working in data science, analytics, and applied AI across multiple departments in the Arts and Sciences and the School of Business. Recent hires, including in bioinformatics and data analytics, offer the opportunity for collaborations within and across disciplines. Geneseo also has two shared, Lambda workstations accessible to faculty and students suitable for research computing tasks, a GIS lab, and multiple computer labs.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in relevant discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computer science, etc). Applicants for this position must have the conferred degree by the appointment date (September 1 2027)
• Evidence of interest and ability to teach coursework in the subject of Quantitative Biology (e.g., biostatistics, etc.) and other courses in Biology (e.g., general biology, ecology, genetics, biochemistry, human biology, contemporary biology, advanced electives, etc.) to both introductory and advanced undergraduate students.
• Potential to create and maintain a research program in Quantitative Biology that engages undergraduate students at a primarily undergraduate institution (PUI)
• A commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable working and teaching environment for all.
• Ability and willingness to work in person on the SUNY Geneseo campus
• Candidates for this position must be eligible to work in the United States. VISA sponsorship is not offered.
• This is an in-residence 3-3 teaching position that may require teaching in multiple modalities (e.g., in-person, hybrid, and online) depending on the needs of the department and college.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience and/or contributions to curricula in Quantitative Biology, or related courses
• Research publications in peer-reviewed formats as appropriate to the field
• Experience mentoring undergraduate students in research
• Demonstrated engagement with building a culture of belonging in the workplace and/or teaching environments
• Some postdoctoral and/or professional experience in Quantitative Biology

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F235 Number of Vacancies 1 Line # to be filled TBD Full or Part-time Full-Time Appointment Type Term Tenure Track Length of Initial Appointment 1 year Appointment Start Date 09/01/2027 Job Posting Date 09/14/2026 Apply By 10/07/2026 Job Posting Closed Date Open Until Filled Yes Salary $60,000-$64,000 Special Instructions to Applicant

To apply, submit an online faculty application at https://jobs.geneseo.edu.

Please limit all documents except the CV to five pages total and address the required and preferred qualifications throughout. The application should include:

• A Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A cover letter that addresses the required and any preferred qualifications
• A statement of teaching interests and pedagogy
• A research statement that addresses plans to include undergraduate students
• In addition, applicants should be prepared to provide the contact information for three individuals who have agreed to supply a letter of reference.

Inquiries may be directed to Suann Yang, Search Committee Chair, at yang@geneseo.edu. Applications must be received by October 7th, 2026 for full consideration. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually with campus interviews to follow.

About SUNY Geneseo

Mission Statement

We are a distinctive public liberal arts college that welcomes and inspires students to develop their knowledge and skills to build a better world. Our supportive, inclusive community is exceptional in cultivating creativity, engagement, and discovery. We find strength in diversity, joy in growth, and fulfillment in lifelong learning.

Vision

We will cultivate a distinctive, equity-centered, public honors college experience that propels learners to positively impact society.

Values

The Geneseo campus community is guided by our beliefs in and commitments to the following values:

• Learning: Embracing high expectations for intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, scholarly exploration, and personal growth.
• Creativity: Empowering a spirit of innovation that inspires intellectual curiosity, self-expression, and problem-solving.
• Belonging: Welcoming a diverse campus community that supports and celebrates

different identities, promotes equity and inclusion, and respects the ideas and

contributions of each individual.

• Civic Engagement: Encouraging active participation grounded in self-reflection,

empathy, and an ethical commitment to the common good of our local and global

communities.

• Sustainability: Building a culture of well-being that integrates and applies principles of environmental, social, and economic stewardship informed by an understanding of the past and our obligations to the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

SUNY Geneseo is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding students, faculty, staff, and administration. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all positions and ensure that all other personnel actions are conducted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants, students, employees, and other members of the College community (including vendors, visitors, and guests) are protected from illegal forms of harassment or retaliation based upon a protected characteristic.

To request accommodation or assistance for job-related duties or the employment application process, please contact the Office of Diversity and Equity at (585) 245-5020 or email ode@geneseo.edu. Find out more about our Community Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion!

Background Investigation Statement

All applicants are subject to drug and criminal background checks. See our full Background Investigation Statement at http://www.geneseo.edu/hr/employment.

Clery Statement

Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report(ASR) for the College at www.geneseo.edu/police. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Geneseo University Police Department at 585-245-5651.

Quick Link for Postings https://jobs.geneseo.edu/postings/5611

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Will you have PhD in a relevant discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computer science, etc) by September 1, 2027?

• Yes

• No

• • This position requires regular, in-person work on the SUNY Geneseo Campus. Are you able and willing to meet this in-person work requirement?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document

Optional Documents