Assistant Teaching Professor in Biology - Cell Biology

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The Department of Biology in the College of Science and Health at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse (UWL) invites applications for an academic year, non-tenure-track assistant teaching professor position specializing in Cell Biology. This is a renewable non-tenure track instructional position. Our colleague will teach in our Cell Biology course at the undergraduate level. Depending on expertise and department need, this individual may also teach other courses in our curriculum, like General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, or Genetics. We seek an engaging teacher with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring. Potential to begin either January 2026 or August 2026.

A person in a teaching professor position is responsible for teaching undergraduate courses and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. This individual will provide service to the department, college, and/or university and is encouraged to engage in service to the community and/or the profession. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

The College of Science & Health (CSH) at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse is the university’s largest college, educating more than half of all undergraduates through programs in the natural, physical, computational, mathematical, and health sciences. Instructional Academic Staff play an essential role in delivering high-quality, student-centered teaching that emphasizes applied learning, critical thinking, and community engagement. Faculty and staff teach and mentor students in modern facilities such as the Prairie Springs Science Center and the Health Science Center, which provide state-of-the-art instructional labs, specialized research spaces, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. With a strong tradition of innovative curriculum, hands-on laboratory and field experiences, and undergraduate research, CSH fosters student success across disciplines, as reflected in high job placement and graduate/professional school continuation rates. Instructional Academic Staff appointments directly support this mission, making a meaningful and lasting impact on student learning and achievement.

The review of applications starts on November 7, 2025. Applications received on or before November 7th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the strategic development of curriculum and academic content through various mediums to ensure the integrity of the educational mission of the work unit

• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction, including assessment of student performance

• May supervise student employees involved in development or delivery of instruction

• Develops and designs curriculum and instructional material relevant to a course of instruction

• Collaborates with department faculty and staff to develop teaching strategies relevant to the discipline

• Contributes to the development of teaching and learning scholarly work including publications and presentations

• Advises students on academic and career direction within a specific field of study

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Biology

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in biology, or a closely related field. 
• Ability to teach courses in biology

Preferred Qualifications:

One or more of the following:   

• PhD
• Prior university teaching experience
• Experience in teaching Cell Biology

How to Apply:

Required application documents

CV (that addresses the required and preferred qualifications, and

include statements of your research interests and teaching philosophy as part of your cover letter, or appended to the same pdf file.)

Cover Letter

References Contact Information

Contact Information:

Christine Schwartz cschwartz@uwlax.edu

Special Notes:

Application deadlines 
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources. 

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials 
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. 
 
CBC & Reference Check Policy 
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. 

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) 
For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000. 

INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS 
Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. 
Highlights include: 

• paid vacation for 12-month positions. 

• excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. 

• paid holidays and sick days after 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. 

• benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. 

 
Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.