Department of Biology
Dr. James Gallagher
Professor of Biology
Faculty profile
About Dr. James Gallagher
James Gallagher teaches Genetics and Molecular Biology alongside Molecular Immunology. His laboratory studies gene regulation, immune cell receptor signaling, and viral genetics. He mentors undergraduate researchers conducting molecular cloning and cell culture assays.
Dr. James Gallagher is a member of the Department of Biology in the College of Arts & Sciences.
Areas of expertise
- Genetics
- Molecular immunology
- Gene expression regulation
- Molecular biology techniques
Contact
- Office
- Meridian Science Center 224
- Building
- Meridian Science Center
Fall 2026 office hours
- Monday & Wednesday, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
In person, Meridian Science Center 224 - Tuesday, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom link posted in Canvas)
Also available by appointment. Office hours follow Faculty Handbook §5.3.
2026–27
Teaching
| Course | Title | Credits | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO 101 | Introduction to Biology | 4 | Instructor, Spring 2027 |
| BIO 210 | Genetics and Molecular Biology | 4 | Instructor, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 |
| BIO 410 | Molecular Immunology | 3 | Instructor, Spring 2027 |
| BIO 490 | Senior Biology Capstone & Research | 3 | Instructor, Fall 2026 |
Department chairs make teaching assignments each year (Faculty Handbook §5.1). Multi-section courses have many instructors; the coordinator works with them on shared requirements, and your own section's instructor is listed in AlkimiHub.
Meeting with faculty
At least 3 hours per week during the semester, across at least 2 days, with at least 1 hour available virtually. Times are on each course syllabus in Canvas.