Assistant Professor of Biology

West Texas A&M University; Canyon (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Biology in Gold Canyon, Arizona. This tenure-track position focuses on teaching, research, and service within the Life, Earth & Environmental Sciences Department. Responsibilities include teaching microbiology courses, developing research programs, and participating in professional service.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Biology, demonstrate teaching excellence, and possess strong research skills. Join a collaborative environment aiming to inspire undergraduate and graduate students.

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Biology or a related area from an accredited institution; ABD will not be considered.
• Demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching related courses.
• Competency in research, evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses such as Microbiology.
• Develop a dynamic research program and secure extramural funding.
• Provide service to the university and academic field.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Research competency

Communication skills

Grant acquisition

Education

Ph.D. in Biology or related area

Job description

Assistant Professor of Biology (Microbiologist)
Agency: West Texas A&M University
Location: Canyon, Texas
Position: Tenure‑track faculty (65% teaching, 30% research, 5% service, 9‑month term)

Job Overview

This full‑time, nine‑month position focuses on teaching, research, and service in the Life, Earth & Environmental Sciences Department. Responsibilities include developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in microbiology, conducting a dynamic research program with grant acquisition, and providing service to the university and community.

Responsibilities

• Teach selected undergraduate and graduate courses such as General Biology, Microbiology, and Applied Microbiology; develop new courses as needed.
• Develop a dynamic research program, attract and secure extramural funding, and allow undergraduate and graduate student participation.
• Conduct professional service for the institution, academic field, and community.
• Recruit students for undergraduate and graduate programs in Life, Earth & Environmental Sciences.
• Advise students on degree plans, course scheduling, and academic matters, including pre‑medical and other pre‑professional programs.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Biology or a related area from an accredited institution; ABD will not be considered.
• Demonstrated experience and excellence in teaching related courses.
• Willingness to teach 9 adjusted contact hours (ACH) per semester.
• Competency in research, evidenced by publications in genuine peer‑reviewed journals.
• Experience in seeking/obtaining funding with documentation of awards and amounts.
• Excellent quantitative, computer, written, and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in instruction and mentoring of student research.
• Interest and ability to teach general biology and microbiology.
• Willingness to take a lead position in directing a pre‑medical or pre‑healthcare program preparing students for professional schools.
• Demonstrated experience in seeking/obtaining extramural funding.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and teamwork skills.
• Experience developing collaborative research with other scientists, research centers, and agencies.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.