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Congratulations to Instructional Services Specialist Kendra Musmaker for receiving a 2026 Biology Exceptional Service Award! 👏
Learn more about the award here: biology.uiowa.edu/news/2026/05...
We invite applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in evolutionary ecology, beginning in the academic year 2027. Review of applicants will begin on November 1, 2026 & will continue until the position is filled. For more details and to apply, visit: jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty/view...
Anna Gaw was recently promoted to Associate Director, Student Support and Transitions, with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Academic Advising! She was most recently an Assistant Director with CLAS Academic Advising and previously served as a Senior Academic Advisor... (cont.)
Professor of Biology John Manak, PhD, was recently honored with a Friend of Systems Unlimited Award in recognition of his advocacy work on behalf of the disabilities community in the class he teaches: Good Genes Gone Bad (BIOL:2120).
We invite applications for multiple non-tenure-track Instructor positions that would begin on August 19, 2026. These positions will primarily contribute to instruction in the introductory biology laboratory curriculum for life sciences. For details and to apply, visit: jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty/view...
Dr. Manak, whose laboratory studies human genetic disorders, was recognized with this award at the Systems Unlimited annual awards ceremony on May 1, 2026. Systems Unlimited is a non-profit organization serving people of all ages with disabilities and mental health needs in Eastern Iowa.
Congratulations to Instructional Services Specialist Erin Edgar for receiving a 2026 Biology Exceptional Service Award! 👏
Learn more about the award here: biology.uiowa.edu/news/2026/05...
...in the Department of Biology where she advised Biology, Biomedical Sciences, and Neuroscience students.
Anna joined the UI Department of Biology in March 2015 and has been a professional academic advisor for over 25 years. Congratulations, Anna! 🎉
Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Instruction Brandon Waltz for receiving a Biology Teaching Award and a 2026 Biology Exceptional Service Award! 👏
Learn more about the awards here: biology.uiowa.edu/news/2026/05...
Congratulations to Assistant Professor of Biology Katy Rothenberg (@krothphd.bsky.social) for receiving a 2026 Biology Exceptional Service Award! 👏
Learn more about the award here: biology.uiowa.edu/news/2026/05...
