Visiting Assistant Professor

Job Summary

The Department of Molecular and Cell Biology within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a non-tenure-track faculty Visiting Assistant Professor position. This position is a 9-month appointment with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2026, and is based at the Storrs campus. The position is suitable for candidates with teaching experience who wish to pursue a career with an emphasis on undergraduate teaching with continued growth in this direction.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach writing-intensive courses focused on topics relevant to cell and molecular biology.
• Teach one or more sections of the general biology course Principles of Biology 1 (BIOL 1107).
• Teach courses from the 2000 sequence of Molecular and Cell Biology as appropriate for the successful candidate’s background.
• Develop success and retention strategies for biology and MCB students.
• Advising undergraduate students.
• Service to the Department and/or College as requested.
• Promote a sense of community for all students through the incorporation of interactive and inclusive teaching strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biology, biochemistry, cell biology, microbiology, genetics or a related field completed by the start date.
• Experience teaching undergraduate lectures and laboratory courses.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching large, core curriculum undergraduate-level courses as well as small format courses both in-person and distance learning formats.
• Track record of developing and implementing inclusive, evidence-based teaching practices, and experiential learning.
• Experience with course and curriculum development.
• Record of effective teaching and advising students.
• Experience teaching scientific writing, responsible conduct of research, or laboratory management.
• Experience in the design and guidance of undergraduate and graduate research projects.
• Evidence of integrating technology, such as learning management software, into instruction.

Appointment Terms

• This position is a full-time, nine (9)-month non-tenure-track appointment, with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2026.
• The position may be annually renewable based on performance, funding, and needs of the Department and College for a maximum of 3 years.
• The minimum salary will be $60,000 with possible flexibility depending on the candidate.
• Additional salary can be earned through summer teaching.

Application Instructions

Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499690 and upload the following additional application materials:

• A cover letter.
• A detailed curriculum vitae.
• A teaching statement, including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning for all students, plans to use evidence-based, inclusive teaching practices, and concepts for new course development.
• Recent teaching evaluations by students, if available.
• A letter of reference (or contact information) from three (3) professional referees.