Professor of Bacteriophage Biology & Evolution

The Phage; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology and the Michael Smith Laboratories at the University of British Columbia invite applications for a faculty position at the rank of Professor in Bacteriophage Biology & Evolution. We seek an outstanding researcher with an internationally recognized program in bacteria–phage interactions, evolution, antimicrobial resistance, and infectious disease dynamics.

The successful candidate will join the PrePARE research cluster and hold a joint appointment in

Qualifications

• Applicants must submit their applications through Academic Jobs Online.
• Cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, diversity statement, and four reference letters must be included.
• A strong publication record in bacteriophage biology, microbial evolution, microbiology or related fields is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop an externally funded and internationally competitive research program.
• Establish collaborations across UBC and beyond.
• Supervise graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in microbiology.
• Contribute to research leadership and peer‑reviewed publications.
• Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive academic environment.

Skills

Bacteriophage biology

Microbial evolution

Bacteria-phage interactions

Infectious disease biology

Job description

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology and the Michael Smith Laboratories at the University of British Columbia invite applications for a faculty position at the rank of Professor in Bacteriophage Biology & Evolution. We seek an outstanding researcher with an internationally recognized program in bacteria–phage interactions, evolution, antimicrobial resistance, and infectious disease dynamics.

The successful candidate will join the PrePARE research cluster and hold a joint appointment in