Posting Type:
External - Open to All Applicants
Job Title:
Assistant Professor of Biology
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Biology
Position Type:
Full-Time Faculty
Benefits Summary:
Benefit package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription insurance, Life insurance, Workers’ Compensation insurance, Unemployment insurance, and Total Disability insurance. Retirement: The University contributes 4% of the regular salary with up to 3% of additional matched contributions into the TIAA Retirement Program. Other benefits include tuition remission for employee, spouse, and employee’s dependent children under the age of 25 (this does not include the last two year of the PharmD program or the JD), and twenty days of paid medical leave per year.
Job Summary:
We seek an individual who is (1) passionate about teaching undergraduate forensic science and biology courses, (2) committed to undergraduate research, and (3) invested in student success. If you desire to make a difference in the lives of undergraduate students, the School of Health, Life Sciences & Education in the Getty College of Arts & Sciences at Ohio Northern University invites you to apply for a tenure-track faculty position to begin August 19, 2026. Review of applications will begin March 23, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Scope:
The School of Health, Life Sciences & Education in the Getty College of Arts & Sciences at Ohio Northern University welcomes applicants for a tenure-track, assistant professor position in Forensic Biology.
Principal Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be a broadly trained forensic scientist interested in teaching lecture and laboratory courses in one or more of the following areas: toxicology, forensic microscopy, forensic physical methods, pharmacology, DNA analysis, or drug chemistry. The successful candidate will also offer versatility in teaching or co-teaching other undergraduate biology courses. Ohio Northern University faculty teach 23-25 credit hours per academic year. Additional responsibilities include advising undergraduate students, scholarship and undergraduate research, and service. Questions concerning the position should be directed to Dr. Robert Verb at
[email protected].
Required Skills:
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to inclusive pedagogical strategies that engage today’s students, experience with contemporary and traditional laboratory techniques, strong interpersonal skills, and the interest and ability to mentor students both inside and outside the classroom. Candidates with experience in directing undergraduate research and with expertise to teach forensic science, in addition to other biological content areas, are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Forensic Science, Biology, or a related discipline is required. An ABD will be considered if all degree requirements are completed before September 1, 2026.
Preferred Qualifications:
EEO Statement
ONU is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accordingly, no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, separation and other terms, condition and privileges of employment.
College Description:
The Getty College of Arts & Sciences is proud to focus exclusively on undergraduate education. We place a premium on faculty who provide close mentoring through small classrooms and experiential learning. Our students share a passion for learning that goes beyond the classroom across 35 nationally acclaimed and accredited degree programs. A&S students are fueled by a commitment to making a difference in their local and global communities. The College of Arts & Sciences has an impressive record of professional accomplishments by our alumni. Ohio Northern University is ranked #1 in the state of Ohio for Best Value by the Wall Street Journal and U.S. News & World Report. Located in Ada, Ohio, the University’s rural setting provides a rhythm of life that is peaceful and unhurried. The natural beauty of campus and the friendliness of the village and campus communities offer an ideal setting for the pursuit of knowledge and genuine relationships. Additional information about Ohio Northern University is available at http://www.onu.edu.
Appointment Length:
9-months
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In the statement of teaching philosophy, please discuss how you would or have supported a classroom of students with a broad cross-section of differing levels of academic preparation.
In the ‘other document’ upload, please include a statement of proposed scholarship that involves undergraduates.
