Assistant Professor of Biology Health

Assistant Professor of Biology Health role at University of Wisconsin-Platteville

The Department of Biology at the University of Wisconsin‑Platteville invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Biology in Health Sciences. This is a full‑time, 9‑month, position beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate will have a background in anatomy or physiology, laboratory experience, and the ability to teach courses such as Human Anatomy & Physiology, Human Gross Anatomy, or other advanced biology courses.

We seek a candidate who is highly motivated, collegial, and passionate about undergraduate education, with a commitment to mentoring and fostering student success. The Universities of Wisconsin has a nationally top‑ranked retirement plan and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Demonstrated competency teaching multiple existing courses (e.g., Human Anatomy & Physiology, Human Gross Anatomy, Unity of Life) and the capacity to develop and teach courses within your area of expertise.
• The typical teaching load is 12 credits per semester.
• Engage in evidence‑informed pedagogy to teach undergraduate students in classroom and laboratory settings.
• Student academic advisor: provide career advising/mentorship to pre‑healthcare students.
• Actively participate in research/scholarship/professional activities, engage in service to the department, college, university, profession, and public. Other duties may be assigned by the Department Chair.

• Doctorate or terminal degree (PhD, MD, DO, DC, DPT, etc.) in anatomy or physiology, biology, or a closely related field.
• An ABD (all but dissertation), if hired, will be contractually obligated to have earned their degree by January 1, 2027.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in Biology including Anatomy & Physiology. A minimum of two semesters teaching undergraduates, completed during or following graduate studies.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate education and a willingness to collaborate with both students and faculty.
• Excellent…

The University of Wisconsin‑Platteville is committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff and students, and is an AA/EEO Employer. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request. A criminal background check is required for employment.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.

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