Assistant Professor of Immunology and Microbiology

Eastern New Mexico University • Portales, NM

62d • Onsite

About The Position

Eastern New Mexico University's (ENMU) Department of Biology invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Biology. ENMU seeks candidates with expertise in Immunology, Microbiology, Virology, or related fields. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and the ability to establish a research program that engages students in applied and/or basic research. This is a residential appointment, and campus presence is required. Position open until filled.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Biology or closely related field; ABD will be considered.
• Expertise in microbiology, virology, immunology, or medical microbiology
• The ability to teach biology to students at all degree levels.

Nice To Haves

• University-level teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience with grant writing and funding.
• Experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students research.
• 2-years of post-doctoral research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in Biology, including but not limited to Microbiology, and advanced courses in Virology, Medical Microbiology, and Immunology.
• Establish an active research program which provides training and applied and/or basic research experiences for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Seek and obtain extramural funding to support research efforts.
• Direct and mentor graduate students in theses and research projects.
• Maintain appropriate service to the department, college, and university, including service on departmental, college, and university committees, assisting with the departmental recruitment and retention efforts, and advising undergraduate students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree