The Department of Biology at Texas State University invites applications for up to three positions at the Assistant/Associate Professor level specializing in integrative microbiological research that leverages molecular, genomic, and bioinformatic tools.
The successful candidates will engage in collaborative initiatives to strengthen our research and mentoring efforts in emerging areas of microbiology. They will be expected to teach both graduate and undergraduate microbiology or related courses in the Department of Biology and develop an externally funded research program involving graduate students that complements the strengths of our faculty.
General research areas of particular interest include Microbial Functional Genomics, Microbial Ecology, and Molecular Microbiology. This position is subject to the availability of funds.
Required Qualifications
Required qualifications for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor:
- An earned Ph.D. in microbiology, virology, molecular biology, genomics, or related area in hand at time of application.
- Relevant post doctoral experience.
Required qualifications for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor
- An earned Ph.D. in microbiology, virology, molecular biology, genomics, or related areas in hand at time of application.
- Relevant postdoctoral experience.
- A record of collegiate teaching.
- Evidence of student mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor
- Strong molecular biology and bioinformatics skills, and research experience in microbiology complementing the broad research strengths of the Department
- A record of peer-reviewed research publications in microbiology, microbial meta-genomics, or microbial genetics/genomics research and analyses
- Evidence of external grant funding to support research
- Evidence of student mentoring
- Preferred qualifications for appointment to the rank of Associate Professor
- Strong molecular biology and bioinformatics skills, and research experience in microbiology complementing the broad research strengths of the Department
- A record of peer-reviewed research publications in microbiology, microbial meta-genomics, or microbial genetics/genomics research and analyses
- A sustained record of external grant funding to support research
- A record of successful supervision and mentoring of graduate students
Application Procedures
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by November 6, 2023. Interested applicants should submit the following materials:
- Cover Letter indicating your interest in the position and summarizing your qualifications and fit for the position
- Current CV with separate sections for peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed publications
- Research Plan
- Teaching & Mentorship Philosophy
- PDFs of up to 5 peer-reviewed publications most relevant to the position
- Contact information for 3-5 professional references
- Unofficial transcripts
The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.
Questions about these positions should be addressed to Dr. David Rodriguez, drdz@txstate.edu, (512) 245-1012, Texas State University, 601 University Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666. Open Until Filled?
EEO/AA Statement: Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Record Checks and Verifications
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verification including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verification, reference checks, and employment eligibility verification.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Why Work at Texas State?
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/44003.
Application Link: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/44003