Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) – Biological Sciences (25-26)

Rank: Assistant Professor

College/School: Chicago, IL – College of Science and Health

Responsibilities

The Department of Biological Sciences at DePaul University is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin September 2025.

Applicants must hold a PhD and be broadly trained in Biology with a preference given to those focused on ecology. All fields of ecology and all systems will be considered. The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to undergraduate education in a diverse environment and will establish an active independent research program that includes both undergraduate and graduate Master’s students. Teaching responsibilities will include some combination of general biology, ecology, biostatistics, courses for non-science majors and other courses related to the candidate’s interests and expertise. In addition to teaching and research activities, the faculty member will participate in service opportunities while contributing to an established, vibrant Department of Biological Sciences. Dedicated research space and startup funds are available. The Department is housed in a spacious and well-equipped teaching, research and support facility, including a 2,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art staffed animal care facility.

Visit https://csh.depaul.edu/academics/biological-sciences/Pages/default.aspx for more information about the Department of Biological Sciences.

With over 22,000 students, DePaul University is one of the largest private non-profit universities and the largest Catholic university in the country. The College of Science and Health is the third largest college at DePaul, enrolling over 3,000 students. The college includes programs in mathematics, psychology, physics and astrophysics, environmental science and studies, chemistry and biochemistry, biological sciences, neuroscience, health sciences and nursing. The College of Science and Health provides high quality, personalized, accessible science and health education to a diverse student body, grounded in the values of St. Vincent de Paul. Our teaching and research advance knowledge and service to society. The College is located on DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus. DePaul’s location in Chicago also offers opportunities for collaborative research and use of facilities at a number of neighboring institutions.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• Candidates should possess a PhD in Biology or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the college leve
• Postdoctoral research experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The full and complete application should contain the following information:

• Cover letter of application indicating interest in, and qualifications for, the position
• Curriculum vita
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research agenda
• Statement of efforts to support diversity, equity and inclusivity
• General list of equipment and supply needs with cost estimates
• Contact information for three professional references (References will be emailed with a link to upload their recommendations.)

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

For further questions about this position, please contact Dr. Tim Sparkes, Biological Science Search Committee chair at [email protected].

General Compensation/Benefits Statement

DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.

About DePaul University’s Academic Calendar

Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position is $79,700 – $86,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicant Documents

Cover Letter(1)

C.V.(1)

Teaching Statement(1)

Research Statement(1)

Diversity Statement(1)

Other Document(1)

Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3)