Assistant Professor, Computational Biology

About the role

Montclair State University, Department of Biology, offers a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computational Biology beginning August 27, 2027. The role involves teaching introductory and advanced Computational Biology, establishing an extramurally funded research program with graduate and undergraduate students, supporting new programs such as an online M.S. in Computational Biology, and contributing to departmental diversity and excellence through teaching, research, and service.

Responsibilities

• Teaching: standard annual load of 12 teaching credit hours (TCH) per semester, with possible reassigned time for additional responsibilities (e.g., mentoring doctoral faculty, administering programs); focus on student success, measurable learning outcomes, clear course design, inclusive pedagogies, integration of emerging developments; duties include classroom instruction, student mentoring and advising, developing and updating courses and curricula.
• Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity: expected to be productive scholars whose work expands knowledge; share results in significant national/international venues after rigorous review; eligible for Faculty Scholarship Program providing up to 6 TCH of reassigned time per academic year to pursue scholarly agenda.
• Service: perform valuable service to department, college/school, university, and professional communities; includes shared governance, academic program vitality, sharing professional expertise within and beyond the University; service activities distinct from course-release assignments.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. in Computational Biology or a relevant field.
• Record of achievement and potential for future success in research, scholarship, or creative activity.
• Demonstrated excellence