Visiting College Assistant Professor of Biology

About ACU

Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.

Title of Position

Visiting College Assistant Professor of Biology

Posting Location

Abilene, TX

Department

Biology

Employee Class

Faculty Full-time

Faculty Position Information

Abilene Christian University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track position as a visiting College Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology, beginning August 2025.

The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher with a background in biology and a passion for teaching undergraduate courses in introductory biology, and possibly cell biology, physiology or anatomy. Additional courses may be assigned depending on the candidate's expertise.

Responsibilities include in-person teaching of 15 contact hours per semester, primarily introductory biology lecture and labs, may include upper-level lecture and lab courses.

Duties expected of all faculty include development and evaluation of curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, attendance at department meetings, pursuing professional growth activities, and performing other duties consistent with the role of a visiting faculty member.

There are no formal academic advising or university service responsibilities associated with this position.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

A Master’s Degree in any biological science or a closely related discipline

A strong commitment to effective undergraduate teaching.

Preferred qualifications:

Earned doctorate in any biological science or a closely related discipline

Demonstrated record of successful undergraduate biology instruction

Commitment to innovative curriculum development and delivery

Additional Information

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.