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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences
Requisition 202600122F
Rank Assistant Professor
FLSA status Exempt
Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience
Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track
College College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department Dept of Biological Sciences
Open Date 09/21/2026
Quicklink Refer Applicants To
Contact Name Christopher Randle
Title Department Chair, Department of Biological Sciences, Box 2116, Huntsville, TX 77341-2116
Contact Phone 9365812117
Contact Email randle@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job The Department of Biological Sciences in the College of Science and Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University seeks a broadly trained biologist to support our Forensic Biology program for a tenure track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor. Teaching responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, courses in Forensic Biology, General Biology, in addition to upper-level undergraduate, as well as graduate, courses in the candidate's specific area of expertise.
Educational Requirements for the Position The successful candidate will have earned a B.S. and a Doctoral degree in Life Sciences or a closely related field (Forensic Sciences, Physical Anthropology, Molecular Biology). Postdoctoral research experience is preferred but not required.
Experience Required for the Position Candidates should have research experience beyond graduate study, preferably including one or more years of post-doctoral research.
Other Requirements for the Position Area of research is open, but those with interests in Forensic Biology, Forensic Genetics, or Biological Anthropology are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be required to develop an externally funded research program involving undergraduates and masters-level graduate students in addition to conducting collaborative research within the Department of Biological Sciences.
Special Instructions Summary References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request when the application is submitted.
Sam Houston State is a comprehensive University located in East Texas, approximately 65 miles north of Houston. Current enrollment is approximately 21,500. Degrees conferred by the Department of Biological Sciences include a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Biology, a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, and a Master of Science in Biology. The department is working to develop a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Biology and currently offers an interdisciplinary master's degree in Forensic Science with the Departments of Criminal Justice and Chemistry. There are currently 23 full-time faculty, 5 full-time instructional staff, and 5 full-time staff members, including laboratory and teaching support staff and administrative support staff within the department. The Department of Biological Sciences is located in the newly built, state-of-the-art Life Sciences Building. The department is equipped to support broad research interests with facilities including small animal (e.g., rodent) housing that meets all current USDA standards, a microscopy suite with TEM, SEM, laser scanning, and confocal microscopes managed by a full-time PhD-level staff member, a molecular core with sequencing and imaging capabilities, and common use areas housing autoclaves, purified water systems, centrifuges, and other equipment to conduct cellular and molecular-based research. The department also maintains a 250-acre field station for teaching and research purposes that is equipped with a fully functional laboratory/classroom building. The field station is home to the Southeast Texas Applied Forensic Science (STAFS) facility, a state-of-the-art research, education, and training center designed to advance academic and technical knowledge in the application of anthropology, human anatomy, forensic science, biology, and chemistry.
Open Until Filled Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Flexible hours