Application Deadline:

Open until filled

Position Details:

This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person.

The TCU Biology Department invites applications for an Instructor of Biology position beginning in Fall 2026. The successful applicant will contribute to the teaching of a two-semester Anatomy & Physiology course sequence, which is a requirement of the nursing major curriculum, and will have the opportunity to teach other courses in their area of expertise dependent on departmental needs.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in the biological sciences or a closely related field and a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Experience in undergraduate teaching and evidence of a strong teaching record are preferred but not required.

This is an on-campus, in-person position with an 80% teaching and 20% service load. In addition to teaching, the faculty member will contribute to the professional development of students seeking careers in health-related fields through their service on the Health Professions Advisory Committee. Other teaching and service assigned to the candidate will be dependent upon their skills and interests, as well as institutional need.

Rank and Salary
Instructor, non-tenure track. This is a permanent position with a renewable contract and the possibility of promotion to Instructor II and Senior Instructor. The contract period is initially one year and can be extended to three years following promotion to Instructor II. Salary and benefits are highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Review of applications will begin November 14, 2025, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Specific application directions, a complete job description, and information about the Department and TCU can be found below. For further inquiries please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Meredith Curtis (m.curtis@tcu.edu).

Department Details:

The Department and the University are dedicated to creating working and learning environments that promote the success of all members of the campus community. Collegiality and teamwork are a hallmark of our department. Our department’s curriculum and faculty-related policies have been developed with consultation of the faculty. We work together as a team, with the utmost respect and appreciation for all types of contributions to our students and their success.

The TCU Department of Biology offers a rigorous, science-based curriculum grounded in evolutionary theory to undergraduate and graduate students across all areas of biology. We are committed to the teacher-scholar model and teaching is central to our department’s mission. We hire faculty who are passionate about teaching and highly trained in their area of teaching specialty. We strive to provide access to high-quality educational opportunities and create learning environments that cater to the needs of all students.

To learn more about the Department of Biology, visit our website at https://cse.tcu.edu/biology/index.php.

School/College Description:

The TCU College of Science & Engineering (CSE) encompasses 10 departments (Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Geological Sciences, Mathematics, Nutritional Sciences, Physics & Astronomy, and Psychology) as well the Ranch Management Program, which offers both an undergraduate degree and a one-year certificate program. The College is also home to the Pre-Health Professions Institute, the Karyn Purvis Institute for Child Development, the Institute of Behavioral Research, and the Institute for Ranch Management. The College is the second largest at TCU in terms of both undergraduate enrollment and number of majors. CSE contains a disproportionate percentage of high-achieving students, as evidenced by the fact that almost one-half of the students in the Honors College have majors in the College of Science & Engineering. Research opportunities abound for undergraduates, with 46 percent of majors engaging in a substantive experience during which they work one-on-one with their faculty mentor. The College also has five doctoral programs and 16 master’s programs as well as two graduate certificate programs. The College faculty are true teacher-scholars, for whom instruction and research are viewed as complementary activities.

University & Fort Worth Description:

ABOUT TCU

Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University sits on 302 acres nestled in a primarily residential part of Fort Worth, just minutes away from downtown. The University includes seven schools and colleges, in addition to the John V. Roach Honors College and the Burnett School of Medicine.

Currently, TCU enrolls more than 10,200 undergraduates and 1,700 graduate students. Twenty-eight percent of students self-identify as a member of a minority group, five percent are international students, and forty-five percent are from out-of-state. Our students are supported by more than 2,200 faculty and staff. The University has more than 700 full-time faculty members and is a top 100 National University as classified by US News and World Report and has a Carnegie Classification of R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity.

ABOUT FORT WORTH

Like TCU, Fort Worth has the approachable, friendly charm of a smaller town, but offers the amenities, cultural activities, diversity and unique personality of a much larger city. Fort Worth, Texas, is the 13th largest city in the United States with an ever-growing population nearing 1 million. Fort Worth and TCU have grown together in a nearly 150-year relationship. You’ll find that many Horned Frogs remain here after graduation, thanks to the region’s thriving job market. Fort Worth is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States, and the number 1 tourist destination in Texas. In 2018, bizjournals.com ranked Fort Worth the 7th most affordable city to live and work in the United States and U.S. News and World Report named Fort Worth one of the Best Places to Live. Fort Worth, Dallas and Arlington all rank among the top 25 most diverse cities in the country.

Fort Worth is known for its vast array of cultural, educational and entertainment opportunities. The city boasts three world class art museums—the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall is one of the premier performance venues in the country. Concerts, film festivals and other events are held regularly at Sundance Square, Panther Island and Near Southside venues.

Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit 1) a cover letter indicating their qualifications for this position, 2) a CV, 3) a statement of teaching philosophy that describes how the candidate’s teaching will support TCU’s mission, and 4) the contact details (i.e., name, affiliation, e-mail address, and phone number) for three academic references.

TCU uses an online application protocol administered by Human Resources. All application materials must be submitted electronically at: https://jobs.tcu.edu/jobs/search.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.