The College of Science at Virginia Tech invites applications for a full-time teaching faculty position at the rank of Instructor, starting in August 2025. This position supports the Integrated Health Sciences and Research (IHSR) Program (https://hst.vt.edu/campus/IHSR.html), an undergraduate biomedical education track designed for rising sophomores pursuing careers in biomedical research and health professions. The IHSR program is part of a larger coordinated education and research initiative on the Virginia Tech Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, VA, and is closely integrated with the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC (FBRI) (https://fbri.vtc.vt.edu/).

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering experiential learning and undergraduate courses focused on biomedical and health sciences. This position also includes administrative responsibilities related to program coordination and student engagement.

Primary Responsibilities for this position include:

• Teaching core and elective courses in biomedical sciences and the IHSR curriculum, which may include topics such as molecular biology, infectious diseases, immunology, cell biology, physiology, and neurobiology. Courses also emphasize scientific communication, ethics, experimental design, and biostatistics.
• Assisting in coordinating undergraduate research experiences in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President for Health Sciences and Technology and FBRI faculty.
• Administrative duties will support program tracking and reporting, event planning, and strategic program development.

How to apply:
Applications must be submitted online and include the following:

(1) Cover Letter

(2) Curriculum Vitae (CV)

(3) Teaching and Broadening Participation in Science Statement (maximum two pages).

The statement on teaching and broadening participation in science, included in our application process, allows candidates to share their philosophy and experiences in mentoring and talent development. Effective statements will show an informed understanding of the benefits and challenges of providing equitable opportunities for everyone. Specific examples of experiences, activities, and plans will help us identify candidates who can enhance and support the College's commitment to inclusive excellence.

(4) Contact Information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin on March 3, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 10, 2025. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. The successful applicant must pass a criminal background check as part of the hiring process. Questions regarding the position can be directed by email to Dr. Sarah Clinton, Faculty Search Committee Chair, at sclinton@vt.edu. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodation in the application process should notify Brandi Webb in the College of Science Dean’s Office (Email: bowens20@vt.edu). Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.