Job Description

​ Job Title: Biology Department – CFS Professorial Faculty – Discipline-Based Education Research

Posting End Date: July 1, 2026

Position Start Date: January 1, 2027

Required Degree: Ph.D. in biology education, biology, or a closely related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: The Department of Biology at Brigham Young University seeks to fill a full-time, Continuing Faculty Status (BYU’s equivalent to tenure)-track position for a discipline-based education researcher with biology education research expertise. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in biology education, biology, or a closely related field by the position start date; postdoctoral experience in biology education research is preferred. The department welcomes candidates from a broad range of biological backgrounds who demonstrate a strong commitment to discipline-based education research and student-centered teaching. A deep knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices is required; experience as an instructor on record in higher education or other relevant educational settings is preferred.

Duties/Expectations: We seek a candidate committed to creating outstanding classroom experiences that empower students to fulfill BYU’s mission and aims (aims.byu.edu). Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate instruction aligned with departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise. Undergraduate teaching may include introductory biology and/or upper-level courses related to the candidate’s disciplinary expertise. Graduate teaching responsibilities will include co-leading the University Teaching Fellows program, a three-course sequence focused on advanced pedagogical methods, course design, and authentic university teaching experience. The successful candidate will develop an independent research program in discipline-based education research and continually pursue external funding in support of that work. The candidate is expected to produce high-quality scholarly work and to engage undergraduate and graduate students in the research process. The successful candidate will be expected to employ evidence-based, student-centered teaching practices; mentor undergraduate and graduate students through teaching, research, and other scholarly and professional activities; and foster a supportive learning environment where students from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can thrive.

BELONGING STATEMENT

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.