Tenure Track Faculty Position in Molecular Biology

About the role

The Department of Biology at Bucknell University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position in molecular biology to begin August 2027. We seek a committed scientist with the desire to engage with undergraduates in the classroom and the research laboratory. A Ph.D. is required. Postdoctoral experience is encouraged but not required. The successful candidate will demonstrate inclusive pedagogical practices, and cultural awareness in the classroom. Evidence of the candidate’s commitment to equity in both the classroom and in scholarly engagement must be included in the application materials.

Job Duties

The position requires the ability and commitment to pursue a high-quality research program focused on mechanisms of molecular biology which integrates with one or more of the broader disciplines of cellular, organismal, ecological and evolutionary biology. The successful candidate will have an annual 5-course teaching load that contributes to instruction at all levels of the Biology curriculum and also supports our commitment to the Cell Biology and Biochemistry program and the College Core Curriculum. The department is seeking an individual who will effectively teach an upper level molecular biology course with a lab, along with biology core courses. In addition, this individual will teach, on a rotating basis, a selection of the following: an upper-level biochemical methods course, an upper-level laboratory course of their choice, or university core curriculum classes such as Foundation Seminars or Integrated Perspectives courses.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or a related field is required.
• Postdoctoral experience is encouraged but not required.
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogical practices and cultural awareness in the classroom.
• Strong commitment to equity in both the classroom and in scholarly engagement.
• Ability to teach a variety of courses including upper-level molecular biology, biochemical methods, and core curriculum classes.

Benefits

Bucknell University offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible scheduling options
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• A 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Tuition remission for yourself, spouse/spousal equivalent, and children
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• Parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

Pay and Schedule

The teaching load is five courses per year. With a student-faculty ratio of about 9:1, small class sizes are a hallmark of the Bucknell educational experience.