Assistant Professor of Biology

Department: Biology Location: Moorhead, Minnesota Employment Type: Faculty, Education Professional Exempt Appointment Type: Tenure Eligible Benefit Eligible: Yes General Employment Period: Academic year, August - May Position Opening Date: 9/17/2026 Screening Begins: 12/1/2026 Position Closing Date: Open Until Filled? Yes Why Concordia? At Concordia College, faculty are part of a close-knit academic community committed to excellent teaching, meaningful student relationships, and preparing students to influence the affairs of the world. Faculty have the opportunity to engage students both in and beyond the classroom, collaborate with colleagues across disciplines, and contribute to a campus community where teaching, scholarship, service, and mentorship are valued.

Located in Moorhead, Minnesota, Concordia offers the opportunity to build a rewarding academic career in a community centered on learning, purpose, and connection. About the Appointment: Concordia College invites applications from candidates with a Ph.D. in the biological sciences for a full-time, tenure-track position in the Biology Department beginning August 2027. We seek a broadly trained biologist whose expertise and teaching interests complement our undergraduate liberal arts program. The successful candidate will contribute to our introductory biology curriculum (evolution & diversity, ecology), develop and teach upper-level courses in their area of expertise, and mentor undergraduate students in research and independent projects.

We welcome applicants who use field-based, laboratory, computational, or integrative approaches and who are eager to collaborate across disciplines. Concordia College is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education. The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for outstanding teaching and for developing an active research program with undergraduates. Undergraduates typically present their research at regional and national meetings and are encouraged to publish their results in professional journals.

In addition to teaching and research, Biology faculty engage in departmental service and serve on department- and college-wide committees. Faculty are committed to student success and advise students formally and informally throughout the year on course selection and post-graduation career decisions. About the Department/Program: The Biology Department includes eleven full-time faculty and two support staff members committed to excellence and innovation in undergraduate education. Biology is the largest liberal arts major on campus, with approximately 50 majors graduating each year.

About Concordia and the Fargo-Moorhead Community Concordia College is a private liberal arts college of approximately 2,000 undergraduate students located in Moorhead, Minnesota, part of the vibrant Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan community of approximately 250,000 people. Home to a thriving higher education community, the region offers the welcoming feel of a smaller community with the cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities of a growing metropolitan area. Fargo-Moorhead is a regional hub for education, healthcare, business, and the arts, with an active downtown, a strong entrepreneurial community, and easy access to Minnesota lakes country. Concordia's location offers faculty the opportunity to build meaningful connections both on campus and throughout a dynamic and engaged community.

Learn more about Concordia College at https://www.concordiacollege.edu .

Qualifications

What We're Looking For : We seek a broadly trained biologist whose expertise and teaching interests complement our undergraduate liberal arts program. Candidates who can contribute to instruction in geographic information systems (GIS) and in entomology, insect–plant interactions, or related areas are preferred. Candidates with interests or expertise in bioinformatics, computational biology, ecology (including molecular ecology), evolution, environmental biology, organismal biology, environmental science, or other complementary fields are encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants who use field-based, laboratory, computational, or integrative approaches and who are eager to collaborate across disciplines.

Successful candidates will aspire to be part of a diverse community that encompasses a wide range of identities, experiences, and perspectives. This richness supports our community's efforts to enable all participants to thrive both inside and outside the Biology Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in the biological sciences. Demonstrated potential for outstanding undergraduate teaching. Demonstrated potential for developing an active research program with undergraduate students. Expertise and teaching interests that complement Concordia's undergraduate liberal arts Biology program.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to contribute to instruction in geographic information systems (GIS). Expertise and teaching interests in entomology, insect–plant interactions, or related areas. Benefits and Salary: Concordia College is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package: Health Insurance Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Preventative Chiropractic Program Retirement Plan Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only) Life Insurance (full-time only) 13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's MN Paid Family and Medical Leave Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc. Extras: access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides Salary – 55,000.00 - 60,000.00 USD Annual Salary The final salary will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements.

Other considerations may include internal equity and market conditions. Additional Application Details Employment Contingencies: Background Check Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter List of References: Contact information for at least three professional references (name, title, organization, email, and phone number) Teaching Statement/Philosophy Research Statement Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if offered a position) Optional Documents Licensure Certification Training Other Nondiscrimination Statement Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.