Assistant Professor - Microbiology

UWLAC University of Wisconsin La Crosse; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation (12 months)

Health insurance

Paid holidays & sick days

Retirement benefits after 5 years

Job summary

University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is seeking applicants for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Microbiology, starting 8/23/2027. The role emphasizes teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, advising students, maintaining currency in the field, and contributing to ongoing scholarship.

Applicants should demonstrate effective teaching and strong communication skills, with a record of mentoring and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Microbiology or related field required by end of the first academic year.
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses and advise students.
• Maintain currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment.
• Evaluate student work and provide regular, substantive feedback.
• Maintain appropriate records and hold office hours.
• Develop and sustain an active program of scholarship relevant to the discipline.
• Engage in service to the department, college, university, and professional organizations.

Skills

Effective instructor

Clear communication

Education

Doctorate in Microbiology or related field

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Professor - Microbiology

Job Category: Faculty

Employment Type: Regular

The Department of Microbiology at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is seeking applicants for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with the start date of 8/23/2027. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in microbiology. Come join a community of teacher/scholars committed to student success.

Under general supervision of the department chair, successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses (if applicable) and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students' work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours.

The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to their discipline.

In addition, faculty provide service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

The College of Science & Health (CSH) is the largest academic unit at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, bringing together diverse disciplines across the natural, physical, computational, and health sciences. Home to 11 academic departments and nationally recognized professional programs, CSH is known for its strong tradition of faculty mentorship, hands-on undergraduate research, and graduate education that prepares students for leadership in science, healthcare, and industry. Faculty and students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities such as the Prairie Springs Science Center and the Health Science Center, which support innovative teaching, collaborative research, and community engagement. The college also hosts interdisciplinary centers and institutes that connect scholarship with real-world challenges, ranging from river studies to disability health. With robust instrumentation, collaborative partnerships - including ties with the Mayo Clinic Health System - and potential start-up support, CSH provides new faculty with an environment that fosters both scholarly excellence and student success.

Key Job Responsibilities

Department: Microbiology

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Microbiology discipline or related field
• The degree must be earned by the end of the first academic year
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialization in pathogenic bacteriology
• Demonstrated experience in teaching Postdoctoral training
• Record of publication in peer-reviewed academic journals
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a research program involving undergraduate and M.S. students, as evidenced by mentoring student research projects, co-authoring scholarly work with students, and/or securing research funding

INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage
• Paid holidays and paid sick days
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career

Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

The Universities of Wisconsin serve approximately 161,000 students. Awarding nearly 37,000 degrees annually, the Universities of Wisconsin is Wisconsin's talent pipeline, putting graduates in position to increase their earning power, contribute to their communities, and make Wisconsin a better place to live. Nearly 90 percent of in-state Universities of Wisconsin graduates stay in Wisconsin five years after earning a degree – with a median salary of more than $66,000. The Universities of Wisconsin provides a 23:1 return on state investment. The Universities of Wisconsin also contribute to the richness of Wisconsin’s culture and economy with groundbreaking research, new companies and patents, and boundless creative intellectual energy. The Universities of Wisconsin and its employees are purpose-driven, people-focused, and committed to stewardship.