Assistant Professor of Biology

Position Announcement

The Department of Biological Sciences a at Utah Tech University in
St. George, UT invites applications for a full-time tenure-track
Assistant Professor position with a focus on Wildlife Management
and Conservation. This position is well-suited for a seasoned
professional scientist dedicated to teaching lecture and laboratory
courses at a primarily undergraduate institution that emphasizes
excellent in teaching and research. More information about the
Department and its associated programs and faculty can be found
online at https://biology.utahtech.edu/
.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 credits of lower division lecture and laboratory

courses each academic year, including upper division courses in
applicant’s area of expertise as well as introductory and general
education courses. Collaborate with other full-time faculty on
curriculum development of both lab and lecture courses to ensure
similar learning core themes, and assist/mentor part-time
instructors as needed.

• Coordinate select lab courses, including overseeing lab set-up

and take down, ordering of supplies, and supervision of lab
instructors.

• Attend department, division, and college faculty meetings. Work

with other faculty in program management. Adhere to university
policies.

• Involve undergraduate students in research and

experiential-learning projects in applicant's area of expertise, as
time permits.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Environmental Science, or closely related

discipline from an accredited college of university required.

• Experience with geospatial technology or conservation and

resource management preferred.

• Professional background in laboratory management, laboratory

research, etc. preferred.

• Evidence of potential for successful teaching at the college

level required.

• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work with and assist part-time instructors.
• An eagerness to engage with colleagues, staff and

administrators to develop ways to improve the educational
experience for our students.

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time
(9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service with pay
and benefits starting January 2027. Annual salary of
$60,000-$66,000 depending on qualifications and experience, with
additional compensation available for optional summer/overload
teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start
date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement
plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees
and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/
under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins
October 19, 2026; position open until filled. Candidates
must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information
for three professional references (including email addresses),
transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the
candidate’s teaching or other professional experience working with
a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all
the requested documents when you submit your application.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and
certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a
background check.

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