<p>Westminster University</p> <p>Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology</p> <p>(Faculty Benefited)</p> <p>Westminster University invites applications for a one-year position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology, with an emphasis in the biology of human health, to begin in August 2025. The teaching assignment will include 24 credit hours of lower-division courses in human anatomy and physiology, and upper-division courses, such as cancer cell biology, development, comparative anatomy and physiology, and/or immunology. We seek an excellent teacher with demonstrated ability to facilitate active student engagement and a commitment to a liberal arts education. A Ph.D. degree in a biological field is required. This is a nine-month position that will be solely focused on teaching.</p> <p>Westminster University's commitment to diversity and global learning is revealed in its core values, mission and vision statements, and learning goals. We seek colleagues who will support the learning of all students, including those from groups historically underrepresented in higher education, such as students of color, LGBTQ+ students, students with disabilities, and first-generation college students.</p> <p>Required Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Ph.D. in a biological field, completed no later than August, 2025. </li><li>Demonstrated excellence in teaching. The successful applicant will have served as the instructor of record for at least one course and be able to demonstrate the ability to employ pedagogical practices that generate active and engaged learning, particularly to a diverse student body. </li><li>An active intellectual life that includes communication of your scholarly work through presentations at academic conferences or publications. </li></ul> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A complete application that demonstrates competencies in the above qualifications will include:</p> <ul> <li>A letter of interest that highlights your specific qualifications for the position </li><li>A recent curriculum vita </li><li>A statement of commitment to undergraduate education. Please submit a single page statement that summarizes your teaching philosophy and your experience and goals in supporting, teaching, and mentoring students from groups historically underrepresented in higher education </li><li>Contact information for three professional references </li></ul> <p>About Westminster:</p> <p>Westminster University is a place for self-reliant students of all backgrounds who seek lives of consequence. We are a private, independent college that has been advancing the liberal arts tradition in Utah since 1875. Our historic campus is the center of Salt Lake City's Sugar House neighborhood. Our mountain vistas inspire exploration, our urban surroundings provide endless opportunities, and our small classes promote inclusive dialogue. We offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Our devoted faculty challenge students to engage their curiosity and pursue their passions through purpose-driven academic programs. Westminster is a place for expanding your worldview, innovating for the future, and launching a meaningful life. For more information visit www.westminsteru.edu.</p> <p>Westminster University is committed to a diversified workforce, equal opportunity, and nondiscrimination. To this end, Westminster prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race or ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, disabilities, genetic information, status as a veteran, or any other category or classification protected by applicable federal, state, or city laws.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity:</p> <p>Westminster University is committed to a diversified workforce, equal opportunity, and nondiscrimination. To this end, Westminster prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race or ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, disabilities, genetic information, status as a veteran, or any other category or classification protected by applicable federal, state, or city laws.</p>