Assistant Professor- Tenure Track - Sustainable Biology and Environmental Science

Assistant Professor- Tenure Track - Sustainable Biology and
Environmental Science

Job No: 497508

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Location: South Orange

Categories: Faculty

Seton Hall University invites applications for a full-time
tenure-track professor at the rank of Assistant Professor in the
Department of Biological Sciences to start Fall 2027, pending final
budgetary approval.

The Department of Biological Sciences is undergoing rapid growth
and seeks to develop coursework and research in environmental
sciences and related fields.

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a diverse research
environment including PhD/MS graduate programs, core facilities,
and a collaborative environment. Additional information on the
department and its research faculty is described here: https://www.shu.edu/biology/index.cfm

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14
miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan
institution of higher education in the United States and is home to
about 6,300 undergraduate and 4,700 graduate students. A vibrant
and culturally diverse community, Seton Hall pursues academic
excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment
and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their
professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an Equal
Opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and respects
the religious commitments of all its employees. In turn, its
faculty respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage the Catholic
Intellectual Tradition, and support the University's mission as a
Catholic institution of higher education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will develop a research program that
involves both undergraduate and graduate students and can be
externally funded. The position includes teaching biology major
required courses, ecology focused courses, as well as graduate
courses within their area of expertise. Faculty are also expected
to mentor Graduate students' research; offer experiential research
opportunities with advising to undergraduate students; and provide
services to the department, college, and university.

More specifically, the hire would be expected to (1) run a core
biology courses & support the biology majors in all sciences;
(2) increase the variety of upper-level bio-electives by offering
new courses such as Sustainable Agriculture and Habitat Restoration
or Environmental Toxicology and participate in the ongoing creation
of academic programs in Environmental Science; (3) assist with
educating, managing, mentoring, and advising the increased number
of biology majors; (4) provide a computational-based research space
for undergrads and graduate students; (5) assist with all the day
today activities that are important to a functional department; and
(6), just as importantly, the faculty member will participate in
innovative, collaborative program development in interdisciplinary
STEM fields as part of our "STEM Initiative." This concentration
will provide student support for occupations in "Green Fields"
including environmental engineering, conservation scientists, and
urban planning.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Environmental
Sciences or related fields (Ecology, Marine Biology, Environmental
Science, Plant Biology, Botany, Geology, Earth Science). Preferred
candidates would have 2yrs of relevant postdoctoral training, a
strong publication record, and previous teaching experience at the
college level. (ABDs will be considered)

Desired Qualifications:

Applicants will be expected to establish and sustain an energetic,
externally funded research program. The successful candidate will
mentor graduate student research/projects and offer experiential
research opportunities to undergraduate students.

The candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate students.
Courses will include general biology major courses, upper-level
biology major electives, as well as graduate courses in his/her
area of expertise.

The University is interested in expanding its programming in
environmental sciences and engineering, and the ideal candidate
would be interested in contributing to that effort.

They will engage in service for the department, college, and
university, including, but not limited to, committee work and
undergraduate student advising.

To apply for this position, upload:

Cover letter including job code number

Curriculum vitae

3-page research plan

Teaching philosophy

3 current letters of references

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled. Applications received before December
1, 2026 will receive priority review

Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer with a
commitment to increasing diversity among our faculty. We encourage
applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented
groups.

Salary Range:

$68,483 -$76,093

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Benefits Information:

Full Time Benefits

Life today is complex. That's why Seton Hall University offers a
comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify
and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university
compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to
bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental
insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More
information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey,
14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan
institution of higher education in the United States and is home to
about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant
and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic
excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment
and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their
professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal
opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes
employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect
Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and
support the University's mission as a Catholic institution of
higher education.

Advertised: 22 October 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Application Closes: Eastern Daylight Time

To apply, visit https://jobs.shu.edu/cw/en-us/job/497508
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