Fall 2027 Biology - Assistant Teaching Professor (Anatomy and Physiology)

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About Sacred Heart University As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; School of Computer Science & Engineering and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2025 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. Sacred Heart University invites applications from qualified candidates for a full-time, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor of Anatomy and Physiology in the Department of Biology, with an anticipated start date of Fall 2027. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, with primary responsibilities including instruction in Anatomy and Physiology for biology majors, nursing students, and other allied health programs. The ideal candidate will be an engaging educator who is passionate about student success and committed to creating active, inclusive learning environments that support a diverse student population. Candidates with the interest and expertise to develop an engaging foundational biology course for non-science majors in their area of specialization are especially encouraged to do so as part of their long-term teaching portfolio. The successful candidate will join a collegial and collaborative department dedicated to excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and experiential learning. They will be expected to contribute positively to the department's instructional mission while fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment in which all students can thrive. Qualifications: • Candidates with an advanced degree in Biology or a related field in the biological sciences are invited to apply (ABD considered). • Significant teaching and post-doctoral experiences preferred. • Candidates should also support Sacred Heart University's intellectual and ethical development of all students and value the University's Catholic identity, tradition, and spirit. Applications must include: • a letter of application • curriculum vitae • advanced degree transcript (unofficial is sufficient for the application process), • a statement describing teaching philosophy • Three current letters of recommendation will be required if selected for a screening interview. • Digital application materials must be submitted through the Sacred Heart University Online Application Portal to be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.