School of Arts and Sciences
Assistant Professor – Cell Biology, Tenure Track/Fall 2027
Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Assistant Professor – Cell Biology, Tenure Track position. Eastern is Connecticut’s Public Liberal Arts University and is located in Willimantic, Connecticut which is 1.5 hours from Boston and 2.5 hours from New York City. Eastern serves approximately 5,000 students, offers a wide range of undergraduate majors in the arts and sciences and professional studies, as well as selected graduates. Eastern is one of four universities in the Connecticut State College and University System (CSCU). The position also offers substantial health and retirement benefits.
We invite applications from candidates who have a strong commitment to teaching excellence, creative activity
and scholarship, student advisement, and university and community service. ECSU is especially interested in
faculty with demonstrated innovation and excellence in teaching in a liberal arts curriculum, and sensitivity to
diverse populations and perspectives.
Department: Biology
Position: Assistant Professor – Cell Biology, Tenure Track
Qualifications: Ph.D. in a biological science with expertise in cell biology are required. Postdoctoral
experience and expertise that complements the current strengths of the department are desired.
Applicants must demonstrate an aptitude for teaching undergraduates and a willingness to develop a
productive research program involving undergraduates.
Position Description: Responsibilities could include teaching the introductory Cell Structure and
Function course and upper-level courses for biology majors in the candidate’s area of expertise. The ability
to teach Biological Chemistry and/or Histology is preferred. Additional teaching opportunities may
include developing a course in the Eastern Liberal Arts Core (ELAC) and contributing to a Histology
Technician Certification program. In addition to teaching, expectations include developing a productive
research program involving undergraduates, academic advisement, service to the University, and
continued professional development.
To Apply: Applicants should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of all graduate transcripts,
statement of teaching philosophy, research statement, evidence of teaching ability, and the name and
contact information for three references as one single document to JazzHR at [insert hyperlink]. Cover letter should be addressed to Chair, Search Committee for the Assistant Professor – Cell Biology, Tenure Track.
Applications received by November 12, 2026, will receive the highest consideration. The search will
continue until the position is filled.
Eastern Connecticut State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed,
age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past
history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation,
genetic information or criminal record. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries
regarding the non-discrimination policies: LaMar Coleman, Ed.D., Vice President for Equity and
Diversity. Dr. Coleman can be reached at: 860-465-5112 or via email at: colemanla@easternct.edu.
