Job Description

epartment Summary
The Department of Biological Sciences at Bridgewater State University is a dynamic community with over 400 undergraduate majors and a growing master’s program. We aim to provide our students with a broad background in the biological sciences while also supporting subdisciplines of interest (e.g., we have concentrations in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Biomedical Science and Pre-medicine, and Secondary Education). Given the number of positions in biotechnology, research, education and health care in the area, the mission of the department is to train students and support their placement into the workforce and advanced degree programs. Students are the central focus and an integral part of the Department, working side-by-side with faculty who are enthusiastically committed to teaching and research. A strong sense of community is fostered through small class sizes and individualized research and career mentoring from faculty. Our department has a strong and well-supported undergraduate research program that funds student research projects and student travel to present their research at local, national, or international conferences. The candidate will join thirteen Full-Time Tenure-Track Faculty in the department and teach a diverse student population. In Fall 2025, 46% of our declared majors were students of color, 48% were first-generation, 38% were low-income, and 20% were LGBTQIA+. Within the College of Science and Mathematics, and in our department, we have an active Collective focused on Equity and Racial Justice, and this new faculty member is encouraged to participate in this work. Successful candidates will be faculty members who can work with their colleagues to help meet the mission of the department in serving and supporting our racially and ethnically diverse campus community.

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students; focused on the continuous improvement of its people; and is responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking and the pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding. The teaching and learning environment at Bridgewater also cultivates meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships and fosters an appreciation for global engagement aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition. Our commitment is reflected in our institutional values, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.

Essential Duties
The Department of Biological Sciences at Bridgewater State University seeks applications for the full time, tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Biology in the field of genetics. The ideal candidate will be strongly committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching, academic advising, and developing a program of independent research that includes mentoring undergraduate students.

Essential duties include participation in departmental meetings, committee work, departmental curriculum development, and advising students in course selection and major progress. The ideal candidate must demonstrate sensitivity to and an understanding of students from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of abilities.

Teaching requirements will include in-person instruction to Biology majors and non-majors, including Genetics. In addition, the candidate will have the opportunity to teach upper-level biology elective courses in their area of expertise that complement existing strengths of the Department. Upper-level undergraduate courses may be cross-listed with our graduate program. The candidate will also be expected to mentor undergraduates in research and contribute (via teaching or research mentoring) to our Master of Science program.

Required Qualifications
The successful candidate must have an earned Ph.D. in Biological Sciences or a related field by September 1, 2027.

College-level teaching experience of undergraduate students.

The ability to teach Genetics lecture and laboratory sections.

The candidate must also demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, advising, and undergraduate research mentoring that enhances an environment of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications
Post-doctoral research experience and experience mentoring undergraduate research.

A well-developed research plan incorporating undergraduate students into a research program.

Research with an eukaryotic model organism that complements the offerings of the department at a BSL-II level or lower.

The candidate should possess excellent communication skills.

Knowledge of, or openness to further developing culturally responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices to engage a diverse group of students.

Familiarity with, or openness to adopting, innovative technology to foster engaged learning.

Special Conditions for Eligibility
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

Salary is commensurate with experience in accordance with the Appendix O of the MSCA contract. A reasonable starting salary range to expect for a new faculty member appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor is $75,000 to $85,000.
EEO Statement
Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.