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Assistant Professor of Biology (Lake Forest College)
Lake Forest College Biology Department
invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position at the
Assistant Professor
level starting Fall 2026.
Responsibilities and Expectations:
Teach core course “BIOL 221: Molecules, Genes and Cells” and an upper‑level course in your area of expertise, with opportunities to develop additional first‑year or senior seminar courses.
Develop an active undergraduate‑led research program, producing peer‑reviewed publications with Lake Forest College students.
Seek external funding to support research initiatives.
Teach three courses per semester (labs count as a full course).
Participate in faculty and departmental activities and contribute to the liberal arts mission.
Eligible for a fully funded, one‑semester junior research sabbatical after a successful third‑year review.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline.
Postdoctoral experience (required).
Demonstrated excellence in teaching beyond the traditional TA experience.
Enthusiasm for a liberal arts education and commitment to mentoring a diverse student body.
Experience with undergraduate research and grant writing a plus.
Application Materials:
Cover letter describing motivation to apply to Lake Forest College.
Curriculum vitae.
Statement of teaching philosophy highlighting your approach to BIOL 221 and an upper‑level course.
Statement describing how you will build a 5‑year undergraduate‑research program.
Statement outlining concrete strategies to support all students throughout their college experience.
Representative preprints (if applicable).
Names and contact information for three recommenders.
Send all above documents electronically to
biosearch2@lakeforest.edu . Review of applications will begin on September 29, 2025.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range $67,000‑$74,000. Comprehensive benefits available (see Employee Benefits page).
Lake Forest College is an equal opportunity employer. The College also expects peer‑reviewed publications and active participation in the College community.
If you are interested in learning more about employment at Lake Forest College, please visit Working at Lake Forest | Lake Forest College.
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invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position at the
Assistant Professor
level starting Fall 2026.
Responsibilities and Expectations:
Teach core course “BIOL 221: Molecules, Genes and Cells” and an upper‑level course in your area of expertise, with opportunities to develop additional first‑year or senior seminar courses.
Develop an active undergraduate‑led research program, producing peer‑reviewed publications with Lake Forest College students.
Seek external funding to support research initiatives.
Teach three courses per semester (labs count as a full course).
Participate in faculty and departmental activities and contribute to the liberal arts mission.
Eligible for a fully funded, one‑semester junior research sabbatical after a successful third‑year review.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Biology or related discipline.
Postdoctoral experience (required).
Demonstrated excellence in teaching beyond the traditional TA experience.
Enthusiasm for a liberal arts education and commitment to mentoring a diverse student body.
Experience with undergraduate research and grant writing a plus.
Application Materials:
Cover letter describing motivation to apply to Lake Forest College.
Curriculum vitae.
Statement of teaching philosophy highlighting your approach to BIOL 221 and an upper‑level course.
Statement describing how you will build a 5‑year undergraduate‑research program.
Statement outlining concrete strategies to support all students throughout their college experience.
Representative preprints (if applicable).
Names and contact information for three recommenders.
Send all above documents electronically to
biosearch2@lakeforest.edu . Review of applications will begin on September 29, 2025.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range $67,000‑$74,000. Comprehensive benefits available (see Employee Benefits page).
Lake Forest College is an equal opportunity employer. The College also expects peer‑reviewed publications and active participation in the College community.
If you are interested in learning more about employment at Lake Forest College, please visit Working at Lake Forest | Lake Forest College.
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