Integrative Biology - Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)

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 Computing & Engineering; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; and the Dr.

Susan L. Davis, RN, & 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 communities.

Sacred Heart University has earned national recognition for academic excellence, student success, career outcomes, and campus experience. The Princeton Review recognized SHU in its Best 392 Colleges: 2027 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2027 Edition, while additional national recognitions highlight the University’s commitment to preparing students for meaningful careers and lifelong success.

Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; Division I athletics; and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance, and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu View SHU’s Faculty Experts Here Sacred Heart University’s Department of Biology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Integrative Biology.

This opportunity brings together research across multiple levels of biological organization, undergraduate teaching, and student mentorship within a collegial and collaborative department. We welcome candidates whose research explores integrative biological questions in areas including, but not limited to, physiology, development, genetics, ecology, and evolution.

Interdisciplinary research spanning multiple levels of biological organization is strongly preferred. In this role, you will connect your research with undergraduate learning, engaging students majoring in Biology , Coastal & Marine Science , Molecular & Cellular Biology , Neuroscience , or Biomedical Science in your area of expertise.

You will join colleagues dedicated to excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and experiential learning.

Responsibilities

Conduct research addressing integrative biological questions across multiple levels of biological organization that is suitable for undergraduate student involvement. Teach one or more courses in the Biology core curriculum, potentially including Concepts in Biology, Ecology & Evolution, and Genetics & Evolution. Develop upper-level courses in your area of expertise.

Contribute positively to the department’s instructional mission and foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment in which all students can thrive.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Biology or a related field in the biological sciences; candidates who are ABD will be considered. Significant teaching and postdoctoral experience preferred. Commitment to supporting the intellectual and ethical development of all students and valuing the University’s Catholic identity, tradition, and spirit.

Valid driver’s license. Applications must include: Letter of application Curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy Upon offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to provide: Three formal letters of recommendation on professional letterhead Official transcript reflecting the highest conferred degree All application materials must be submitted through the Sacred Heart University Online Application Portal.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2026 , and continue until the position is filled.

Compensation

& Benefits: The salary range for this position is $75,342-$106,366. Sacred Heart University offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid time off, and other employee benefits. Specific benefits and eligibility requirements may vary based on the position and applicable plan provisions.

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.