Assistant Professor of Biomedical Sciences

Title: Assistant Professor of Biomedical Sciences

Position Type: Fulltime Faculty

Search Type: Tenure Track - 30 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Additional Schedule Details

Posted Salary Grade: Faculty Full Time - 01

Retirement: KTRS

Contact Person: Dr. Autumn Whitson (Autumn.Whitson@eku.edu)

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Biological Sciences at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for up to two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in the Academic Year 2027-2028. Applicants should hold an earned Doctorate in Biology (Biomedical) or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered with evidence of a scheduled doctoral defense that occurs no later than May prior to a Fall appointment. Review of applications begins 7 December 2026. Positions begin 1 August 2027.

This role serves the B.S. Biology, B.S. Biomedical Sciences, and M.S. Biology majors in the College of STEM, as well as allied degrees in the College of Health Sciences. It requires doctoral-level preparation for instruction in the biological sciences as well as pursuit of original research in the fields of anatomy, physiology, or molecular biology. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in both in-person and online modalities that may include, but are not limited to, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, and Introductory Cell and Molecular Biology in a teaching load consistent with the needs and priorities of the college and institution. Depending on candidates’ expertise, additional responsibilities may include instruction of courses integrating genetics, histology, immunology, virology, and career preparation courses. The successful candidate will also participate in departmental service and be a key player in the development of online biomedical curriculum.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish an active research program, to pursue extramural funding from regional or national agencies, to mentor undergraduate and master’s students, and to be a strong colleague with our College of Health Sciences. The successful candidate will be afforded a start-up package, but is also expected to pursue matching funds for a start-up package through collaborative engagement with the Kentucky IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence.

EKU’s Department of Biological Sciences engages in both basic and applied research. The department includes a robust group of more than 20 full-time faculty who work collaboratively among themselves and with other departments and colleges at EKU. Faculty have access to state-of-the-art biomedical research suites (constructed in 2017) with a wide range of scientific equipment allowing research from cellular to whole animal levels. Further, partnerships with R1 universities in the region afford EKU faculty and students access to molecular core facilities.

The University places a high priority on being leaders in the responsible use of artificial intelligence and in building such capacity in our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of artificial intelligence pertinent to the discipline and/or a willingness to pursue professional development to acquire such expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Earned Doctorate in Biology (Biomedical) or a related field from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered with evidence of a scheduled doctoral defense that occurs no later than May prior to a Fall appointment.

Experience: • Knowledge of current practices in professional communication and social media

• Effective interpersonal communication skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Analytic and problems solving skills
• Active and effective listening skills
• Ability to collaborate with peers and students
• Ability to understand and adapt to current trends in professional communication

Licensure & Certifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching biological concepts at the college or university level
• Evidence of active engagement in scientific research at the doctoral level
• Evidence of potential ability in academic assignment and/or professional contributions and activities

Job Duties

• % - Duties include: • Maintain a teaching load consistent with the needs and priorities of the college and institution, teaching courses as assigned at the times and in the locations necessary to meet the needs of EKU students. • Utilize effective teaching methods, innovative teaching techniques, and teaching modalities, and multiple evaluation and assessment procedures as a means to help meet the needs of EKU students. • Demonstrate the ability to teach, develop, and implement courses related to one’s curricular area. • Maintain an active research agenda. • Demonstrate the willingness and ability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of EKU, its academic units, and its campus community. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions: Applicant documents include:

• Cover Letter
• Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Research Statement
• Copies of unofficial transcripts
• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Strongly encouraged:

• Previous Teaching Evaluations

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.