Position Title: Assistant Professor of Marine Science, Tenure Track, Starting September 1, 2026
City: Galloway
State: New Jersey
Employment Type: Faculty Full-time
Description Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)
Department: School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Salary Range: $69,373.45 - $79,781.83
Salary Information: Salary commensurate with experience and is accompanied by an extremely competitive University benefits package
Work Hours: Varies
Brief Job Overview/Summary
The Stockton University Marine Science Program seeks to fill a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning September 1, 2026. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching marine science courses in a liberal arts environment, and a willingness to foster undergraduate research. All research areas will be considered, but particular consideration will be given to candidates whose research area complements those of faculty in the Marine Science program and researchers affiliated with the Stockton Marine Field Station and Coastal Research Center. Research interests might include, but are not limited to, marine botany, phytoplankton ecology, marine conservation, marine/estuarine microbiology, bioinformatics, or ecosystem modeling. We seek candidates who are dedicated to improving equity and belonging in higher education settings and fostering community within and beyond the university. Lastly, successful candidates will be committed to supporting active, experiential learning that is designed to support all incoming students regardless of academic preparation.
Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Teach a broad range of courses required for the Marine Biology concentration within the Marine Science major, including experiential laboratory sections
- Teaching load is 24 credit hours per academic year with lectures carrying 4 credit hours and laboratories 2 credit hours
- Potential course offerings may include introductory courses (such as Introduction to Marine Biology and Marine Science Methods and Analysis), upper-level marine science courses (such as Marine Botany, Biostatistics, Ecology, Marine Conservation Ecology, or a special topics seminar), and a general studies course. See the Marine Science Program website for a curriculum overview and the Stockton Course Catalog for descriptions of existing courses
- Use a variety of innovative and evidence-based pedagogical approaches, including the use of technology and universal design, to support inclusive classroom environments
- Establish and sustain a marine science research program. Scholarly activities can include publications, presentations, seeking internal and external grant funding, and service on state and national committees and professional organizations
- Engage students in research experiences and expose students to new and relevant areas of marine science
- Serve as an advisor to undergraduate students
- Participate in service within and beyond the university
- Support Stockton University’s strong student-centered mission and commitment to diversity and inclusivity
Required Qualifications:
- PhD is required for appointment as Assistant Professor. ABD candidates will be considered at the Instructor level until the doctoral degree is completed. Doctoral degree must be conferred within one (1) academic year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-doctoral experience, whether in a research setting or relevant non-academic career
- Demonstrated experience in teaching marine science courses at the undergraduate level and in effective teaching practices
- Demonstrated record of marine science scholarship, including peer-reviewed publications and seeking external grant funding to support research
- Demonstrated experience in effective student mentorship, especially supporting undergraduate student research
Screening Information:
Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received by December 15, 2025 will receive full consideration.
How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.
Only electronic documents will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include three professional references in addition to the following required documents. All required documents (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward.
- A letter of interest describing qualifications and experience.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Unofficial Graduate transcripts.
- Teaching Statement: The candidate should include a teaching statement which details their pedagogical approach, training, and experience in supporting inclusive learning environments. The statement should expand upon interests and expertise in teaching courses within the Marine Science curriculum, including experiential learning in the field and/or laboratory settings.
- Research Statement: The candidate should include a statement of current, pending and future research plans, including potential research projects for undergraduates, which can be supported by modest resources available at a comprehensive regional public institution with a liberal arts focus. The statement should outline any expected or future collaborations and clearly detail the potential of the applicant’s research interests to integrate with or expand upon our existing marine science program.
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