Assistant Professor- Tenure Track - Sustainable Biology and Environmental Science

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Resumes received outside of the online application process will not be accepted. If special accommodations are needed in order to apply for a position, please contact the Department of Human Resources . Assistant Professor- Tenure Track - Sustainable Biology and Environmental Science Job no: 497508 Full time/Part time: Full-time Location: South Orange Categories: Faculty Seton Hall University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track professor at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences to start Fall 2027, pending final budgetary approval. The Department of Biological Sciences is undergoing rapid growth and seeks to develop coursework and research in environmental sciences and related fields.

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a diverse research environment including PhD/MS graduate programs, core facilities, and a collaborative environment. Additional information on the department and its research faculty is described here: https://www.shu.edu/biology/index.cfm Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 4,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally diverse community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives.

Seton Hall University is an Equal Opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and respects the religious commitments of all its employees. In turn, its faculty respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will develop a research program that involves both undergraduate and graduate students and can be externally funded. The position includes teaching biology major required courses, ecology focused courses, as well as graduate courses within their area of expertise. Faculty are also expected to mentor Graduate students’ research; offer experiential research opportunities with advising to undergraduate students; and provide services to the department, college, and university. More specifically, the hire would be expected to (1) run a core biology courses & support the biology majors in all sciences; (2) increase the variety of upper-level bio-electives by offering new courses such as Sustainable Agriculture and Habitat Restoration or Environmental Toxicology and participate in the ongoing creation of academic programs in Environmental Science; (3) assist with educating, managing, mentoring, and advising the increased number of biology majors; (4) provide a computational-based research space for undergrads and graduate students; (5) assist with all the day today activities that are important to a functional department; and (6), just as importantly, the faculty member will participate in innovative, collaborative program development in interdisciplinary STEM fields as part of our “STEM Initiative.” This concentration will provide student support for occupations in “Green Fields” including environmental engineering, conservation scientists, and urban planning.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Environmental Sciences or related fields (Ecology, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Plant Biology, Botany, Geology, Earth Science). Preferred candidates would have 2yrs of relevant postdoctoral training, a strong publication record, and previous teaching experience at the college level. (ABDs will be considered) Desired Qualifications: Applicants will be expected to establish and sustain an energetic, externally funded research program. The successful candidate will mentor graduate student research/projects and offer experiential research opportunities to undergraduate students. The candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate students.

Courses will include general biology major courses, upper-level biology major electives, as well as graduate courses in his/her area of expertise. The University is interested in expanding its programming in environmental sciences and engineering, and the ideal candidate would be interested in contributing to that effort. They will engage in service for the department, college, and university, including, but not limited to, committee work and undergraduate student advising. To apply for this position, upload: Cover letter including job code number Curriculum vitae 3-page research plan Teaching philosophy 3 current letters of references Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applications received before December 1, 2026 will receive priority review Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to increasing diversity among our faculty. We encourage applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups.

Salary

Range: $68,483 -$76,093 Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt Physical Demands: General Office Environment Special Instructions to Applicants

Benefits

Information: Full Time Benefits Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life. These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan.

More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html . Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives.

Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education. Advertised: 22 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Refer a friend Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App Send me jobs like these We will email you new jobs that match this search.

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