Description

Description

The Department of Biological Sciences, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville invites applications for tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. We seek applicants with training in physiology or immunology, preferably with expertise in both areas. The successful candidate will share responsibility for teaching courses in animal physiology and immunology. Courses may also include upper division courses in area of expertise, an introductory course for biology majors, and non-majors' courses in biology. Candidates should exhibit potential for independent and innovative research involving master's and undergraduate students.

Terms of Appointment
Continuing academic year (nine month) appointment; tenure eligible.

Source of Funds
State

Qualifications

A Ph.D. by the start of the fall 2026 term in biological sciences or related field with a specialization in physiology, immunology, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in both physiology and immunology. Postdoctoral teaching and/or research experience. Demonstrated record of an active research agenda.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin on January 5, 2026, and continue until position is filled.

To apply, submit a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research interests and goals, curriculum vitae, copies/scans of all transcripts, names and contact information for three references, and up to three reprints.

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Brittany Peterson, Search Chair, bripete@siue.edu

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.