Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Tenure-Track) - Biology Department

Posted Thursday, September 25, 2025

The Biology Department at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at any rank (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) depending on prior experience. VMI is a small, highly rated undergraduate institution with a strong emphasis on teaching and a deep commitment to supporting undergraduate research.

We are seeking a passionate teacher-scholar who will expand and complement the department’s existing areas of expertise. The successful candidate will teach introductory biology courses as well as upper-level courses in their area of specialization. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience in anatomy and physiology, developmental biology, or toxicology.

In line with VMI’s mission to provide a rigorous undergraduate education, the selected candidate is expected to maintain an active research program that involves undergraduate students. The Institute provides competitive support for research, including funding for travel, equipment maintenance, and start-up costs.

Applicants must have an earned Ph.D. in biology or a related field and demonstrated experience teaching undergraduates. Postdoctoral training is desirable but not required. Military experience is not required; however, faculty members are expected to wear uniforms during the academic year. The position begins on August 1, 2026.

Candidates must apply online at: Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor (Tenure-Track) - Biology Department-Job Application

Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, and transcripts. Please also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent to: Dr. Anne Alerding, search committee chair, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA, 24450-0304. 

Review of applications will begin October 15 and continue until the position is filled.

For more information about VMI, visit www.vmi.edu. Details about the Biology Department can be found on our website, Facebook, Instagram, and in the Biology Newsletter.

VMI is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and alumni of national service programs such as AmeriCorps and Peace Corps are encouraged to apply.

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322