The Department of Biological Sciences at Virginia Tech seeks applications for one (1) nine-month faculty appointment at the rank of Instructor or Advanced Instructor, depending on experience, to begin in August 2026. Promotion opportunities within instructor ranks are available. Individuals will support the department’s teaching mission through delivery of large 1000- and/or 2000-level courses to majors and/or Pathways general education students. The position is located on the Blacksburg campus with in-person and possibly online course modalities.

The successful applicant will teach courses including Cell Function and Differentiation, Genetics, and/or General Microbiology with the potential to be involved with the teaching of Principles of Biology (I, II). Individuals will work collaboratively with undergraduate teaching assistants in and out of the classroom. In addition to teaching, instructors contribute to the department through select service activities related to student engagement, undergraduate mentoring, curriculum design, and governance.

In the College of Science at Virginia Tech, our excellence is strengthened by faculty, students, and staff who are committed to fostering a positive culture and environment. Successful candidates for our faculty positions will demonstrate a commitment to mutual respect and broad participation in the sciences. The Department of Biological Sciences seeks candidates whose research, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute meaningfully to strengthening our department and commitment to students.

Required Qualifications