Assistant/Associate Professor – Biology

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor’s College of Humanities and Sciences seeks qualified  faculty for its Biology Department beginning in late July of 2023 with initial appointment at the  rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience.  UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare  students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. 

The Biology program offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology, Biology with several pre health professions emphases (pre-Medical/pre-Dental, pre-Veterinary Medicine, pre-Pharmacy,  pre-Physician Assistant, pre-Health Professions, and pre-Clinical Lab Science), and Biology with  Teacher Certification. The Department also provides instructional support to other degree programs and contributes to the Core curriculum. 

UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, an historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central  Texas. Nearby cities are Temple (5 miles), Waco (45 miles), Austin (65 miles), San Antonio (130  miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles). Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational  opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community. 

Faculty Responsibilities: Activities required of all faculty include exemplary teaching (face-to face, hybrid, and/or online), curriculum development, student recruitment and advising;  professional attainment; and service to department, college, university, and the community.  

Specific Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses in introductory and advanced biological  science. Graduate courses in biological science may be available in the future. Teaching load is  typically 12 hours per semester. 

Qualifications:  

• A Doctorate in Biological Sciences (or related disciplines) is required; ABD will be  considered. Tenure-track status requires terminal degree in hand. 
• Excellent teaching and communication skills, a dedication to professional attainment, and  commitment to quality improvement are essential.  
• Must be an active, and committed Christian. 

Salaries & Benefits: 

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical and  dental insurance, retirement plan with match and UMHB tuition benefits for employees and  their dependents.

TO APPLY: Visit www.umhb.edu/careers for more details and to apply. Please submit a cover  letter, CV, transcript copies and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online  application. Your letter of interest should also respond to UMHB’s mission and values, found at  http://about.umhb.edu/our-mission. In addition, include in one page or less, a description of  your own Christian beliefs and commitments. Review of applications will begin immediately  and continue until position is filled.