Assistant Professor of Biology

Salary: See Position Description

Location : St. George 84770, UT

Job Type: Full-Time Faculty

Job Number: 26FAC866-1

Division: College of Science, Engineering & Technology

Department: Biological Sciences

Opening Date: 08/20/2025

Position Announcement

The Department of Biological Sciences at Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Biology with an emphasis in Biotechnology. This position will support two major academic initiatives: (1) the launch and implementation of a new Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology, and (2) the BioLaunch capstone program, a year-long biotech entrepreneurship experience designed to provide hands-on, work-based learning for students.

This faculty member will teach core and upper-division courses in support of the biotechnology program, and develop upper-division coursework in their area of expertise. The ideal candidate will be able to development coursework in molecular neurobiology, drug discovery, synthetic biology, agronomy, or biomanufacturing, and support curriculum design aligned with evolving life sciences workforce needs. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape a forward-looking, industry-aligned program at a comprehensive polytechnic university with a strong commitment to innovation and workforce readiness.

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Responsibilities

Teach 24 credit hours per academic year (12 per semester) in biotechnology and related areas, or other courses as needed by the department.

Contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum for the BS in Biotechnology, including stackable certificate tracks and the BioLaunch capstone experience.

Develop and teach upper-division coursework in areas aligned with candidate expertise and industry needs (e.g., molecular neurobiology, drug discovery, synthetic biology, agronomy, or biomanufacturing).

Serve as a faculty mentor for student teams participating in BioLaunch, helping guide project development and professional growth.

Participate in curriculum development, including course proposals, assessment strategies, and industry-aligned competencies.

Maintain regular office hours and actively participate in departmental, college, and university service.

Collaborate with faculty, industry partners, and the BioLaunch Advisory Board to ensure program quality and workforce relevance.

Contribute to ongoing faculty recruitment, marketing, and student outreach efforts related to the biotechnology program.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related life science discipline.

Demonstrated teaching effectiveness in higher education.

Expertise in an applied or emerging area of biotechnology relevant to workforce development (e.g., molecular neurobiology, drug discovery, synthetic biology, agronomy, or biomanufacturing).

Commitment to active learning and student-centered instruction.

Demonstrated ability to work well with other faculty, staff, and students and contribute to a collegial environment. Preferred:

Industry experience in biotechnology, biomedical, pharmaceutical, or related sectors.

Experience developing or teaching courses in biotechnology, innovation, or entrepreneurship.

Interest in supporting student research, innovation-based learning (IBL), or capstone experiences.

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service begins January 2026. Annual salary of $60,000-$63,000 depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins September 22, 2025; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate's teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office .

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to equal opportunity within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

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Highlights from Utah Tech's benefits package include:

14.2% retirement contribution, paid 100% by the employer (no match required), vested on day 1 of full-time employment;

Regular undergraduate tuition waiver (paid at 100%) for employee, spouse, and unmarried dependent children to take courses at Utah Tech;

Full medical, dental, and vision plans, with low employee-paid premiums, that begins on day 1 of full-time employment;

Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts available;

Employer-paid basic life insurance & disability insurance coverage from day 1 of full-time employment;

Generous staff leave accruals, plus 12 paid holidays per calendar year.

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