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The Department of Biological Sciences focuses on three areas of research and teaching; 1) Cell and Molecular Biology - including biophysics, neuroscience, cell signaling, and developmental biology, and 2) Ecology, Biodiversity - including behavioral ecology, plant-insect interactions, conservation biology, restoration ecology, and evolution and 3) Physiology of Health and Disease including emphasis on human physiology and exercise physiology. The department offers undergraduate majors of study including Biology (B.A./B.S.), Molecular Biology (B.S./B.S.), Ecology, and BioDiversity (B.A./B.S.) Physiology of Health and Disease (BS) and Integrated Sciences (B.A.). A concentration in Cognitive Neurosciences (B.A./B.S.) is also offered in conjunction with the Department of Psychology. At the graduate level, the department offers M.S. and Ph.D. with a research emphasis in either cell and molecular biology or ecology and biodiversity. A professional science masters (PSM) in Biomedical Sciences and a Masters in clinical exercise physiology are offered.Position SummaryThe Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Denver invites applications for Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor position (non-tenure track) for the academic year 2026-2027 beginning September 1, 2026. The position will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Human Anatomy and Physiology. Specific courses include upper level courses in human anatomy and physiology, and possibly nutritional physiology and an introductory course, Physiological Systems. The duties include teaching six courses per year (quarter system).Required Qualifications- Ph.D. degree from a life science discipline.Preferred Qualifications- Experience in teaching and developing college level biology curriculum.Working Environment- Standard office environment.- Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.- Noise level is quiet to moderate.Physical Activities- Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time.- Occasionally required to move about the office/campus.Work ScheduleWhile the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website (the law school is on a semester system and has a different academic calendar).Application DeadlineFor consideration, please submit your application materials byu00a04:00 p.m. (MST) April 15, 2026.Special InstructionsCandidatesu00a0mustu00a0applyu00a0onlineu00a0throughu00a0[jobs.du.edu](