Job description

Department: Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Reports To: Department Chair

FLSA: Exempt

Marian University is a Catholic applied liberal arts community that welcomes diverse spiritual traditions. Sponsored by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes, Marian University engages students in the education of the whole person. We embrace justice and compassion and transform lives for professional service and leadership in the global community.

The biology program at Marian University in Fond du Lac, WI invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Biology position beginning August 2026. This position will involve teaching undergraduate lectures and labs in biology, microbiology, and molecular techniques. A normal credit load is 12 credits per semester (fall & spring).

Primary Responsibilities:

· Teach courses throughout the biology curriculum with a primary focus on introductory biology, microbiology, molecular techniques, and supervision of undergraduate research.

· Demonstrate the ability and willingness to work with diverse populations.

· Strictly honor the privacy, security and confidentiality of student records and other sensitive information according to state, federal, and college regulations, policies and procedures.

· Create an effective learning environment through the use of a variety of instructional methods.

· Engage in professional or academic activities in campus-

based, local, regional or broader communities in an effort to make a positive impact and advance the recognition and reputation of Marian University.

· Actively participate in on-campus and off-campus research seminars and other collaborative professional development activities to build collaborations between and among Marian University faculty and external partners.

· Be actively involved in student advising, mentoring, assessment and assurance of learning, curriculum design and revision, as well as committee service at all levels of the University.

· Involvement in active scholarship.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Masters in Biology or closely related field with a minimum of 18 credits in Biology.

· Experience teaching in higher education.

· Willingness to support the Mission and Core Values of Marian University

Preferred Qualifications:

· Ph.D. in Biology or closely related field.

· 2 years’ experience teaching in higher education.

· Willingness to support the Mission and Core Values of Marian University

How to apply

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, unofficial copies of transcripts, and the names, email address and telephone numbers of three references to [email protected]. Please place “Assistant Professor Biology” in the subject line of the email.

Applications received by March 31, 2026 will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue, thereafter, until the position is filled.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Transforming lives through academic excellence, innovation and leadership. Marian University is a community committed to learning, dedicated to service and social justice, and joined together by spiritual traditions.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the receipt of criminal background and reference check information; and the determination that the candidate remains eligible and suitable for employment.