Professor of Biology Jobs

Professor of Biology jobs are open across universities, liberal arts colleges, and research institutions, from visiting instructor to full professor, with specializations in cell biology, ecology, and molecular biology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Top stateTexas
Top employerIndiana University
Top citySan Antonio, TX
Work type80% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Faculty Fellow - Biology Lab
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Faculty Fellow - Biology Lab
Niagara University
Niagara University, New York
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Environmental Science
$55k - $60k/yr
Doctoral degree
201-500

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Faculty Fellow - Biology
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Faculty Fellow - Biology
Niagara University
Niagara University, New York
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Environmental Science
$55k - $60k/yr
Doctoral degree
201-500

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Assistant Teaching Professor, Non-Tenure-Track, Department of Biology
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Assistant Teaching Professor, Non-Tenure-Track, Department of Biology
Baylor University
Waco, Texas
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
1,001-5,000

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Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Biology Labs
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Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Biology Labs
Concordia University St. Paul
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Doctoral degree in biology

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Professor of Biology Job Market

Who's Hiring

Indiana University9 open roles
University of Miami7 open roles
Kennesaw State University5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education60
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4
  • Science & Research2
  • Food & Beverage1
  • Non-Profit & Social Services1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in professor of biology jobs.

  • PhD in biology, ecology, molecular biology, or a closely related field
  • Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in a recognized biology subfield
  • Experience designing and teaching undergraduate or graduate biology courses
  • Active or pending extramural grant funding from NSF, NIH, or comparable agencies
  • Ability to mentor graduate students and supervise independent laboratory research
  • Proficiency with standard laboratory techniques relevant to the advertised subfield

Tips for Your Professor of Biology Job Search

Tailor your CV to each institution type

Research-intensive universities want grant history and publication records front and center, while teaching-focused colleges prioritize course development and mentorship. Adjust which section comes first depending on the institution's Carnegie classification before you apply.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists professor of biology openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Name your subfield in every document

Search committees scan for specific subfields like marine biology, genetics, or physiology. Use the exact terminology from the job posting in your cover letter, teaching statement, and CV to clear keyword filters and signal a precise fit.

Prepare a teaching portfolio before you apply

Most professor of biology searches require a teaching statement and sample syllabi at the application stage, not during interviews. Having a polished three-course sample ready, including lab components, prevents last-minute delays when deadlines are tight.

Treat the campus visit as a two-way interview

During your job talk, committees assess how you explain complex biology concepts to a mixed audience of faculty and students. Practice narrating your research as a coherent scientific story, then ask specific questions about startup funds, lab space, and core facility access.

Negotiate startup packages before you sign

Offer letters for professor of biology roles often include negotiable lab equipment budgets, graduate student funding, and course release time for new faculty. Counter on each item separately rather than asking for a single lump sum to get more traction.

Professor of Biology Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most professor of biologys?

The companies hiring the most professor of biologys right now include Indiana University, University of Miami, and Kennesaw State University, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings are distributed across public research universities, private liberal arts colleges, and community colleges.

How many professor of biology jobs are remote?

About 20% of professor of biology openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the lab-intensive nature of most biology faculty roles. Online-only positions are more common in introductory lecture courses and science education programs than in research-active or lab-based faculty lines.

How do you become a professor of biology?

To become a professor of biology, you earn a PhD in biology or a closely related field, then complete one or more postdoctoral research positions to build publications and grant experience. You apply to open faculty searches, submit a CV, cover letter, research statement, and teaching statement, and advance through phone screens, campus visits, and job talks before receiving an offer.

How do you get hired as a professor of biology with little experience?

Candidates with limited independent experience can strengthen their profile by publishing at least one first-author paper, gaining teaching experience as a lecturer or instructor of record, and applying to visiting assistant professor or postdoctoral teaching fellow positions that explicitly welcome early-career candidates. Community colleges and primarily undergraduate institutions often value teaching potential over an extensive research portfolio.

What does the professor of biology interview process look like?

The professor of biology interview process typically begins with a phone or video screen with a faculty search committee, followed by an invitation for an on-campus visit. The campus visit usually includes a research job talk open to the department, a separate teaching demonstration, individual meetings with faculty and department chairs, a graduate student lunch, and a meeting with the dean or research office.

Where can I find and apply to professor of biology jobs?

You can find and apply to professor of biology jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your subfield and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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