Assistant Professor of Teaching - Biological Sciences

Assistant Professor of Teaching - Biological Sciences

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAssistant Professor of Teaching - Biological Sciencesat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Department of Biological Sciences at Wayne State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Teaching position with an expected starting date of August 18, 2026. The full-time position is for the academic year (9-month). The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses (introductory general biology, microbiology, biochemistry, and/or anatomy and physiology) for biology majors and for students preparing for the allied health sciences. In addition, the candidate may also have the opportunity to teach upper-level courses in their area of specialty. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to curriculum development, course design, and assessment of student learning outcomes.

We seek applicants with experience using evidence-based pedagogies and the potential to apply these pedagogies across contexts, including large lectures and smaller course settings. At least 3 years of instructional experience, including experience as the instructor of record, are preferred.

The position is union-represented but is not tenure-track. The position offers a competitive salary, an excellent health care package, and other benefits.

Wayne State University is a large, nationally ranked research institution located in Detroit's thriving Midtown area. The Department of Biological Sciences is its only comprehensive life sciences department and offers a wide selection of general education, undergraduate, and graduate courses to over 1300 majors.

Qualifications:

PhD in biological sciences or related field (required)

Demonstrated effective undergraduate teaching in biology or an allied field

Application Materials:

Cover letter

Curriculum vitae

Teaching statement

Three letters of recommendation

Review will begin December 15, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Apply through the WSU hiring system at https://jobs.wayne.edu

Contact: Dr. Karen Myhr (kmyhr@wayne.edu)

School/College/Division:

H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science

Primary department:

H1204 - Biological Sciences

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary

Working conditions:

This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.