Assistant Professor of Biology
Oberlin College & Conservatory
- Oberlin, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent will teach the standard teaching load (4.5 courses per year) in the general area of conservation ecology. The incumbent will develop a course for the First-Year Seminar Program, and will teach BIOL 103 (Environmental Biology, a course that counts toward the Environmental Studies major), BIOL 210/211 (Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology, a course that is required of all Biology and Environmental Science majors), and upper-level Biology courses, including at least one with a lab, in the general area of conservation biology and ecology. The incumbent will be a full member of the Biology Department, but will also be expected to serve on the Program Committee that oversees the new Environmental Science major. Interest in contributing to one of Oberlin's other new curricular areas (e.g., Data Science, Global Health) is also welcome.The incumbent will also be expected to engage in sustained scholarly research and/or other creative work appropriate to the position and participate in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including academic advising, mentoring undergraduate research, and service on committees. The Department and the College actively support new faculty with mentoring and professional development opportunities, including a paid pre-tenure leave for those on the standard six-year tenure track, startup support, and internal grants for conference travel and research.
QualificationsAmong the qualifications required for appointment is the Ph.D. degree (in hand or expected by first semester of academic year 2026-27). Candidates must demonstrate commitment to and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Oberlin is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the distinctiveness and excellence of our academic community through their research, teaching, and service. The incumbent will bring understanding of or experience working with underrepresented and diverse academic populations. Oberlin recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran's status, and/or other protected status as required by law.
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CompensationWithin the range established for this position, salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a competitive benefits package.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsAll application materials must be submitted electronically through Oberlin College and Conservatory's online application process at: . A complete application will be comprised of: 1) A cover letter describing your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service, detailing how you contribute to an inclusive learning environment; 2) A Curriculum Vitae; 3) An unofficial graduate transcript; 4) Statement(s) on your teaching philosophy and expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion; 5) A research statement that includes how you will support undergraduate research; and 6) Letters of Reference from three recommenders.***Examples of our commitment to diversity are available at . For a guide to writing this statement, please visit**By providing three letters of reference, you agree that we may contact your letter writers.Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the September 15 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.Questions about the position can be addressed to: Dr. Angie Roles, Chair of Biology, at aroles@oberlin.edu or 440-775-8319.