Asst Prof

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position in Biology based in Las Cruces, NM. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate microbiology courses and develop an independent research program with grant funding potential.

Qualified applicants hold a PhD in Biology or related field, with postdoctoral experience and a strong research publication record. The department encourages involvement in student mentoring and service commitments.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology or related life science
• Minimum of 1 yr Postdoctoral research experience or the equivalent
• Research productivity commensurate with experience
• Prior teaching experience desirable

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Microbiology and related areas.
• Develop an independent research program with grant funding potential.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate student research.
• Maintain scholarly productivity through publications and other venues.
• Assist the Biology Department with undergraduate academic issues and service.
• Participate in externally funded student training programs and faculty development initiatives

Skills

Teaching

Mentorship

Research planning

Grant writing

Education

PhD in Biology or related life science

Job description

• 503941
• Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
• Faculty
• 9-Month Faculty Full-Time
• Closing at: Oct 15 2026 - 23:55 MDT

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Department Contact: Kathy Hanley, [phone], [e-mail]

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Advertising Summary: The Department of Biology is seeking applicants for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor whose research focuses on the interactions between symbiotic or pathogenic microbes and their animal hosts. Applicants with expertise in the use of mammalian models are especially desirable.

Position Details

Position Title: Asst Prof

College/Division: Arts and Sciences College

Department: 330350-BIOLOGY

Location: Las Cruces

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Commensurate with Qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit Announcement: This is a bargaining unit position with the National Education Association (NEA).

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach both undergraduate and graduate courses in Microbiology and related areas.
• Develop an independent research program that will provide avenues for grant funding.
• Mentorship of undergraduate and graduate student research.
• Productivity in scholarship, as measured by publications or other creative venues.
• Assist the Biology Department with multiple undergraduate academic issues including departmental committee assignments, advising of undergraduate majors, and departmental decisions made by all faculty.
• Perform related duties as required.
• Opportunities exist to participate in externally funded student training programs (RISE, MARC, Bridges, BRAiN, and AMP)
• Opportunities exist to participate in faculty development programs such as the NM-INBRE and U54 PARC programs.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• PhD in Biology or related life science
• Minimum of 1 yr Postdoctoral research experience or the equivalent
• Research Productivity commensurate with experience
• Prior teaching experience desirable
• The Department is broadly interested in candidates whose research focuses on the interactions between symbiotic or pathogenic microbes and their animal hosts, using state-of the field approaches. Applicants with expertise in the use of mammalian models is especially desirable

Equivalent Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• teaching in areas of expertise (Microbiology), 2) the transformation of research concepts and ideas into research design.

Skills in: Teaching undergraduate and graduate students, student mentorship, research area of expertise (Microbiology, host-microbe interactions), and experience in service to their discipline.

Ability to: Direct, evaluate, train, and supervise the work of assigned personnel; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities; analyze and evaluate information

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

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Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

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