Description

The Department of Biology in the J. D. Patterson School of Natural Sciences at Ouachita Baptist University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track microbiology faculty position.
The anticipated start date for this opportunity is August 1, 2026.

The candidate’s primary teaching load will include
        teaching allied health microbiology 
        teaching majors’ microbiology
        teaching the SEA-PHAGES bacteriophage discovery lab

The candidate will also
        provide undergraduate academic advising
        supervise undergraduate research capstone and honors projects
        contribute to the overall academic environment of the department and the university

Demonstrated aptitude and inclination for engaging undergraduates in course-embedded undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) and/or individual mentored research is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with classroom teaching experience, but candidates with professional clinical experience will also be considered. The successful candidate will provide evidence of a collegial commitment to professional, university, departmental, and community service; and a Christian commitment consistent with biblical standards and the University’s vision, mission, values, and statement of faith as a liberal arts institution. Rank and salary are dependent on qualifications. All qualified candidates will be considered, but preference will be given to those who have a doctorate.  

To apply, complete the Faculty Application for Employment and electronically forward all documentation requested to: Dr. Ruth Plymale, Chair of Biology. Priority review of completed applications will begin on December 1, 2025, but review will continue until the position is filled.

Consistent with our mission as a Christ-centered learning community, Ouachita Baptist University seeks to develop a diverse faculty for the benefit of our students and stakeholders. Ouachita is a Christian liberal arts university founded in 1886. Of its approximately 1,900 students, almost 1,600 undergraduates attend the university’s highly residential campus; the university also offers graduate degrees to serve students in a variety of educational programs. Ouachita’s beautiful 200-acre campus is situated on the Ouachita River, is minutes from DeGray Lake Resort State Park, and is in the foothills of the Ouachita National Forest. To learn more about the university, visit obu.edu/jobs.

Requirements

Demonstrated aptitude and inclination for engaging undergraduates in course-embedded undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) and/or individual mentored research is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with classroom teaching experience, but candidates with professional clinical experience will also be considered. The successful candidate will provide evidence of a collegial commitment to professional, university, departmental, and community service; and a Christian commitment consistent with biblical standards and the University’s vision, mission, values, and statement of faith as a liberal arts institution. All qualified candidates will be considered, but preference will be given to those who have a doctorate.

Please submit the following:

• Faculty Application for Employment
• A cover letter
• CV
• Transcripts