Faculty-Biology

Summary

The Department of Biological and Physical Sciences at Johnson & Wales University invites applications for a full-time faculty position to begin in Fall 2026. Preference for the position is given to one with expertise in anatomy and physiology as well as introductory nutrition courses. The successful candidate will teach introductory biology courses and upper-level courses in their area of specialty. The successful candidate will also provide a proposal outlining potential ideas for undergraduate research.

Faculty members are responsible for providing students with a rich, relevant and engaging academic experience. The faculty role encompasses teaching, student outcomes assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and university service. Faculty continuously engage in professional development while maintaining current expertise in the applicable content area and developing students through effective and innovative teaching and learning practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates specialized knowledge and maintains expertise in the theory, skills, and pedagogy of the applicable discipline or profession
• Uses strategies and skills necessary to support student learning and prepares and delivers current and relevant course material in an understandable and motivating manner
• Continually assesses course objectives and instructional methods to improve teaching and learning
• Uses formative and summative assessments of student learning within assigned courses to inform instruction and improve student attainment of course objectives and program outcomes
• Establishes a student and advisor relationship that provides guidance with regard to program choices and career possibilities and supports student educational growth through guided decision making
• Supports the university''s outcomes initiatives by working to refine and revise course assignments and evaluation tools and leading or participating in data analysis discussions to make program and course improvements
• Facilitates development and revision of programs and courses, assuring alignment within the program description and outcomes, course objectives and content, as well as university curriculum standards
• Attends commencement, convocation, faculty meetings, department meetings, committee meetings, professional development programs, and other university events, as applicable
• Supports student enrollment and retention by participating in university events, advising student clubs and organizations, and assisting with admissions activities
• Adheres to and fulfills the responsibilities of all faculty members as outlined in the faculty manual
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in biology or a related field of study from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or other appropriate accreditation as determined by Johnson & Wales University (Eligible doctorate candidates are encouraged to apply if their degree will be conferred by July 2026.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education and/or postdoctoral teaching experience

Please Note:

Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research plans, statement of teaching philosophy, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (Please block personal ID such as date of birth and social security number.). Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to Andrew Karatjas (Andrew.Karatjas@jwu.edu), Ph.D., Search Committee Chairperson. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Karatjas.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualified candidates must live or relocate to live within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.