BCAS - Assistant Professor of Microbiology in Biological Sciences - 530532

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Alabama invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level in Microbiology, as part of a microbiology-focused cluster hire. The appointment will begin on August 16, 2027. The successful candidates for the positions will be expected to establish and lead a research program focused on microorganisms. The search is open to all areas of microbiology, with particular interest in, but not limited to, virology, medical mycology, host-pathogen interactions, microbial or fungal disease ecology, microbiomes, bacteriophages, or synthetic biology. Research expectations include developing and sustaining an externally funded research program, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. Successful applicants should also demonstrate the ability to collaborate with faculty in the Department of Biological Sciences, as well as across other departments and research institutes (e.g., Alabama Life Research Institute or the Alabama Water Institute). Teaching responsibilities include basic undergraduate courses in microbiology or biology and graduate courses in the successful candidate’s area of expertise.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or an equivalent degree in microbiology, biological sciences, or a closely related field.
• Postdoctoral experience.
• An outstanding track-record of scholarly publications commensurate with the applicants’ career stage.

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral experience.
• A strong research record.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a research program focused on microorganisms.
• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Collaborate with faculty in the Department of Biological Sciences, as well as across other departments and research institutes.
• Teach basic undergraduate courses in microbiology or biology.
• Teach graduate courses in the successful candidate’s area of expertise.

What This Job Offers

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