Montana State University North
Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology (Biomedical), tenure track
Montana State University North, Havre, Montana, United States, 59501
Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology (Biomedical), Tenure Track
Position Summary
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education at Montana State University‑Northern (MSUN) invites applications for an academic year (10‑month), full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology position, anticipated to begin August 1, 2026. The role will be responsible for teaching courses in the Biology program, with an emphasis on courses related to the Biomedical Sciences and Human Health Track, such as Anatomy and Physiology, Genetics, and Microbiology. Candidates who represent diverse areas of expertise in the biological sciences will be considered.
Teaching Responsibilities
Preparation and teaching of classroom and laboratory courses within the Biological Sciences curriculum.
Encouraged to participate in an active undergraduate research program.
Involvement in scholarship, service activities, and student recruitment, retention, and progression efforts.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Doctorate in an applicable field of Biology by August 1, 2026.
Experience as the primary instructor for courses within the candidate’s area of expertise.
Preferred Qualifications
Successful teaching experience at the college level.
Evidence of scholarly activity.
Incorporation of instructional technology into course delivery.
Experience mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.
Special Requirements Physical Demands: Typical office, classroom, and lab environments.
Program, Department, College Program: Biology program – Biomedical Sciences and Human Health Track. Department: Biology. College: College of Arts, Sciences, & Education.
Administrative Details
Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 2600001P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: August 1, 2026
Supervisor Duties: No
Union Affiliation: Montana Federation of Public Employees
Application Requirements Documents to upload
A cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.
A résumé or curriculum vitae.
A list of three professional references.
Complete an Authorization Form for Background Check: https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf Submit your completed and signed form to: Human Resources, Montana State University‑Northern, P.O. Box 7751, Havre, MT 59501-7751, 406‑265‑3568 or 406‑265‑3789, HR Dept. Fax 406‑265‑3530.
Equal Opportunity Statement Montana State University‑Northern (MSUN) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
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Teaching Responsibilities
Preparation and teaching of classroom and laboratory courses within the Biological Sciences curriculum.
Encouraged to participate in an active undergraduate research program.
Involvement in scholarship, service activities, and student recruitment, retention, and progression efforts.
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Doctorate in an applicable field of Biology by August 1, 2026.
Experience as the primary instructor for courses within the candidate’s area of expertise.
Preferred Qualifications
Successful teaching experience at the college level.
Evidence of scholarly activity.
Incorporation of instructional technology into course delivery.
Experience mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.
Special Requirements Physical Demands: Typical office, classroom, and lab environments.
Program, Department, College Program: Biology program – Biomedical Sciences and Human Health Track. Department: Biology. College: College of Arts, Sciences, & Education.
Administrative Details
Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 2600001P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: August 1, 2026
Supervisor Duties: No
Union Affiliation: Montana Federation of Public Employees
Application Requirements Documents to upload
A cover letter addressing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.
A résumé or curriculum vitae.
A list of three professional references.
Complete an Authorization Form for Background Check: https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf Submit your completed and signed form to: Human Resources, Montana State University‑Northern, P.O. Box 7751, Havre, MT 59501-7751, 406‑265‑3568 or 406‑265‑3789, HR Dept. Fax 406‑265‑3530.
Equal Opportunity Statement Montana State University‑Northern (MSUN) is an equal opportunity employer. MSUN does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSUN provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
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