Assistant Professor, Biologist (AA28001)

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Working Title:

Assistant Professor, Biologist (AA28001)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification Title:

State University Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

209: Inter Faculty Organization

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

• $64,963.00 - $193,146.00
• Salary Type: Depends on qualifications

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on November 6, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Position: Nine Month Fixed Term Appointment*

Job Duties

The Department of Biological Sciences at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a fixed-term, Assistant Professor position beginning August 17, 2026. This position requires teaching Human Physiology lecture (BIOL 330), General Endocrinology lecture (BIOL 438/538), a variety of anatomy and physiology lab sections, and other courses based on department needs.

• •A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.
• •The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
• •May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned.
• •The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.
• •This successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Biology.
• •All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement )
• •The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in Human Physiology (BIOL 330), General Endocrinology (BIOL 438/538), anatomy and physiology laboratory sections, and other courses based on department needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• •Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and to foster a professional environment that is inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all.
• •Doctorate or terminal degree in biological science or related field.

Preferred Qualification

• •Demonstrated experience fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful environment while working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• •Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and presentation skills.
• •Demonstrated ability to teach the courses listed, along with additional courses depending on the department’s needs: Human Physiology (BIOL 330), General Endocrinology (BIOL 438/538), and anatomy and physiology labs.
• •Evidence of scholarly activity, including publications and/or professional presentations.

Application Procedures:

A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.

• •Cover Letter
• •Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• •Contact Information for three (3) references
• •Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
• •A brief (no more than one-page) response to the following: Provide a specific example from your professional or academic experience that demonstrates your ability to work effectively with individuals from a wide range of diverse backgrounds. In your response, describe the actions you took to foster an environment that was inclusive, respectful, and equitable for all. What was the outcome, and what did you learn from the experience?
• •A one (1) page statement of your teaching philosophy

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Rachel Cohen

Biological Sciences

Minnesota State University, Mankato

242 Trafton Science Center South

Mankato, MN 56001

Phone: 507-389-1256

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711

Email: rachel.cohen@mnsu.edu

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://mankato.mnsu.edu/safety/ . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu .

Additional Information

The Department of Biological Sciences has approximately 700 undergraduate students pursuing BS degrees in Biology, Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences, Environmental Science, and Agronomy and 30 graduate students seeking MS degrees in Biology. The Department currently has 20 tenure-track faculty. We have well-equipped research labs, including a vivarium, surgical suite, cell culture suite, confocal and scanning electron microscopes, and real-time PCR system (see: https://link.mnsu.edu/msubioequipment ).

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu

*The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

University Demographics

• Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:
• · Enhancing access and student success.
• · Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.
• · Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.
• Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html .

Destination 2030 , the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging