Assistant Professor: Plant–Biotic Interactions

Texas Tech University; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University in Lubbock invites applications for a full-time 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences to begin September 1, 2027. We seek a candidate with expertise in plant‑biotic interactions and a plan to develop an externally funded research program.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education and mentor students. The successful candidate will benefit from collaboration across biology, genomics, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree in biology by start date.
• Record of peer‑reviewed research in plant‑biotic interactions.
• Potential to secure external funding and develop a competitive program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses aligned with expertise.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, and other researchers.
• Publish in peer‑reviewed journals and present findings at national/international meetings.
• Submit grant proposals to external agencies (e.g., NSF, USDA, NIH).
• Collaborate with other departments and centers on campus.

Education

Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree in biology

Job description

Texas Tech University in Lubbock invites applications for a full-time 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences to begin September 1, 2027. We seek a candidate with expertise in plant‑biotic interactions and a plan to develop an externally funded research program.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education and mentor students. The successful candidate will benefit from collaboration across biology, genomics, and