Professor in Bacteriophage Biology & Evolution at University of British Columbia

The Phage; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver invites applications for a Professor in Bacteriophage Biology & Evolution. This joint appointment between the Department of Microbiology & Immunology and the Michael Smith Laboratories seeks leadership of an externally funded research program.

The successful candidate will study bacteriophage biology, bacteria-phage interactions and microbial evolution, supervise graduate students, teach undergrad and grad courses, and foster inclusive,

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field.
• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Strong record of research achievements.
• Significant publications in bacteriophage biology, microbial evolution, microbiology or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research excellence.
• The ability to develop an externally funded and internationally competitive research program.
• Experience or potential in graduate and undergraduate teaching.
• A strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop an innovative and internationally competitive research program.
• Obtain external research funding.
• Supervise graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in microbiology.
• Establish interdisciplinary collaborations within UBC.
• Contribute to departmental, institutional and scientific service.
• Support an inclusive and welcoming research and learning environment.
• Participate in the broader academic and scientific community.

Skills

PhD in a relevant field

Postdoctoral experience

Strong publication record

Bacteriophage biology

External funding experience

Teaching experience

DEI commitment

Leadership in research

Education

PhD required

Job description

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is inviting applications for a Professor in Bacteriophage Biology & Evolution at its Vancouver campus in Canada. The position is a joint appointment between the Department of Microbiology & Immunology and the Michael Smith Laboratories.

The successful candidate will lead an innovative, externally funded research program focused on bacteriophage biology, bacteria-phage interactions, microbial evolution, bacterial immunity, and antimicrobial resistance.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Develop an innovative and internationally competitive research program.
• Obtain external research funding.
• Supervise graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in microbiology.
• Establish interdisciplinary collaborations within UBC.
• Contribute to departmental, institutional and scientific service.
• Support an inclusive and welcoming research and learning environment.
• Participate in the broader academic and scientific community.

Qualifications & Skills Required

Applicants must have:

• A PhD in a relevant field.
• Postdoctoral research experience.
• A strong record of research achievements.
• Significant publications in bacteriophage biology, microbial evolution, microbiology or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research excellence.
• The ability to develop an externally funded and internationally competitive research program.
• Experience or potential in graduate and undergraduate teaching.
• A strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Application Requirements

The application should include:

1. Cover letter – Maximum 2 pages, describing research vision and accomplishments, teaching philosophy and experience, and leadership/service activities.
2. Curriculum vitae – Including a complete publication list.
3. Research statement – Maximum 4 pages, describing two potentially fundable research projects and explaining how the research fits within the PrePARE research cluster.
4. Teaching statement – Maximum 2 pages, describing teaching philosophy and accomplishments.
5. Diversity statement – Maximum 1 page, addressing relevant experience and future plans for supporting equity and inclusion.
6. Four letters of reference – To be uploaded on institutional letterhead.

Job Requisition: JR25568