Assistant Professor of Biology

Illinois College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biology with a focus on human health to begin August 2027. 

The ideal candidate will be committed to excellence in undergraduate education in the classroom and laboratory, and be enthusiastic about contributing to a first-year science curriculum for biology, nursing, and health sciences majors.  Primary teaching duties include general biology and courses related to human health, which might include introductory microbiology, anatomy & physiology, and/or pathophysiology.  There are opportunities to develop new courses in the area of the candidate’s specialization.  The successful candidate will provide research opportunities for Illinois College undergraduates, as undergraduate research is a critical component of the mission of the Illinois College Biology Department.    

Doctorate (or ABD) in biology or a related field. 

Illinois College seeks candidates who have a commitment to working closely with a wide range of students. Currently, our population is approximately one-quarter students of color and 40% first-generation college students. Eagerness and ability to work with these populations is essential. Equally important is excellence in pedagogy and an openness to student-centered teaching approaches.

Founded by abolitionists, Illinois College was the first in Illinois to graduate students and hosts a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. The College is student-focused, offering numerous opportunities for faculty-student interaction beyond the classroom, including collaborative research, international study-travel, and mentoring. Located in historic Jacksonville, Illinois—just 30 miles from Springfield and 70 miles from St. Louis—Illinois College has been transforming lives since 1829.

This position has a salary range of $57,000-$62,000 for the nine-month academic year with individual offers depending on field, experience, and education. Illinois College is an equal opportunity employer.