Instructor / Assistant Professor Of Biology - Wildlife Biologist
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Job Description
Job Posting:
JR101621 Instructor / Assistant Professor of Biology- Wildlife Biologist (Open)
Department:
Biology, Professor | PM
Position Type:
Regular
Open Date:
01-27-2026
Close Date:
$70,000 - $72,000
Job Description:
Instructor / Assistant Professor of Biology- Wildlife Biologist
Frostburg State University, College of Humanities, Arts & Sciences, seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track Instructor / Assistant Professor of Biology. This position is available to begin Fall 2026 for the main campus in Frostburg, Maryland. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications; University System of Maryland benefits package included.
The College of Humanities, Arts & Sciences (CHAS) includes the Department of Biology. In the college, we believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances our students' educational experience. We seek colleagues who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to promoting diversity and have respect for our diverse student population.
Responsibilities: The Department of Biology at Frostburg State University seeks a broadly trained Wildlife Biologist to support our undergraduate and graduate programs in Biology, Wildlife, Interpretation, and Conservation. Responsibilities include teaching courses in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Techniques, and other undergraduate and graduate courses to support departmental needs. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to mentor masters'-level graduate students and undergraduate researchers.
Duties will also include student advising, professional development activities, and service to the Department, College, University, and community.
Minimum Qualifications: ABD or Doctoral degree in biology, ecology, or a closely related field. The candidate must have a strong background in wildlife biology, and familiarity with statistics is preferred. Experience teaching in higher education and/or relevant research experience is a plus. Desire to mentor graduate students through thesis research is preferred.
If selected candidate is ABD, they will be hired at the rank of Instructor, with the requirement that the candidate finish the doctoral degree within the first year of employment.
About the University: A member institution of the University System of Maryland, Frostburg State University is a public, comprehensive, largely residential regional university offering programs in the sciences, education, business, the arts and humanities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. FSU prides itself on being a dynamic, learning-centered institution that emphasizes teaching with opportunities for professional development and research. More than 5,000 students enroll yearly.
About the Area: FSU is located on a scenic 260-acre campus in the mountains of Western Maryland, a region rich in history, quaint shopping areas and eclectic cafes and food choices. The Western Maryland region is considered to be a four-season outdoor mecca of recreational experiences offering activities such as; hiking, mountain biking, water sports, snow skiing/boarding, golfing, climbing, etc. Frostburg offers a family-friendly college town feel with easy access to major cities like Pittsburgh, Washington, DC, and Baltimore. If you are looking for insightful colleagues, energetic students, and a great place to work and call home in a region with unlimited adventure seeking opportunities, FSU is for you!
To Apply: Please visit https://marylandconnect.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FSU_Careers. Along with your application, please provide the following: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) a cover letter specifically addressing the minimum/preferred qualifications, and description of duties in this advertisement; 3) statement on teaching philosophy; 4) contact information for three professional references; and 5) unofficial transcripts of your graduate work.
For assurance of full consideration, please submit materials by February 25, 2026.
Visit https://marylandconnect.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FSU_Careers to apply.
This position is open until filled.
FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.
Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance.
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Additional Job Information:
Assistant Professor
FSU is proud to be a diverse and inclusive multicultural university.
Frostburg State University welcomes and encourages women, veterans and minorities to apply and seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. FSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify us in advance.
WWW.FROSTBURG.EDU
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