Assistant Professor of Biology
The Department of Biology at Haverford College invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Biochemistry or Cell Biology, beginning July 1, 2027 (or possibility of July 1 2028 if preferred by the successful candidate). We seek outstanding teacher-scholars whose research and teaching complement the department's strengths in the molecular and cellular life sciences. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in Biochemistry or Cell Biology. See posting here: https://www.haverford.edu/provost/news/assistant-professor-biology-two-tenure-track-positions. Application deadline is October 9, 2026.
The successful candidates will join a collaborative department with strong connections to the Biochemistry & Biophysics Concentration, Neuroscience Program, Chemistry Department, and other programs across the College.
To learn more about the Biology Department at Haverford, please see here: https://www.haverford.edu/biology
For more information about Haverford and this position, please see here: https://www.haverford.edu/provost/available-positions/tenure-track-search-biology-two-positions |
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Position: |
Assistant Professor of Biology |
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Haverford College |
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Haverford, PA
United States
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| Date Posted: |
8/29/2026 |
| Requirements |
Successful candidates will be expected to:
- Establish and maintain an active and vibrant externally funded and recognized research program that provides meaningful, intellectually engaging, and sustained research opportunities for undergraduate students.
- Mentor undergraduate students in independent research, senior thesis projects, and summer research experiences.
- Teach across the Biology curriculum, including BIOL H100: Introduction to the Biological Sciences; BIOL H200: Evolution, Genetics, and Genomics and/or BIOL H201: Biochemistry and Cell Physiology; advanced laboratory courses; and upper-level courses in their area of expertise.
- Participate in departmental advising, curriculum development, and shared governance.
- Contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship and other services across the College.
- Foster an inclusive learning environment that supports the success of students from diverse backgrounds.
Qualifications
Required qualifications include:
- Ph.D. in Biology or a closely related field, plus a minimum of two years postdoctoral research training by hire date.
- Evidence of scholarly productivity and the potential to develop an innovative, sustainable research program involving undergraduate researchers.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching or strong evidence of teaching potential.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Research that complements departmental strengths in Biochemistry or Cell Biology with a preference for subdisciplines in human health, biomolecular structure and function, metabolism, cell cycle regulation, cellular signaling, cancer biology, immunology, systems biology, computational biology, or related fields.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate researchers.
- Potential to secure external funding appropriate for a liberal arts institution.
- Interest in interdisciplinary collaborations across departments and programs.
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This listing expires on: 11/27/2026 |
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