Space Biology & Astrobiology Professor — Teaching

University of Florida; Brevard (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida invites applications for a 9-month tenure-accruing faculty position in Space Life Sciences within the Microbiology and Cell Science Department on Merritt Island, FL. The incumbent will teach space biology, mentor graduate students, and participate in curriculum development for new programs.

The role emphasizes research in space biology/astrobiology and securing extramural funding, with teaching and extension responsibilities across campus.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in the life sciences; foreign equivalents acceptable.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and ability to procure extramural funding.
• Experience publishing peer-reviewed papers as first authors is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3-credit course in space life sciences for undergrad and graduate students annually.
• Train PhD students and supervise graduate research.
• Assist with curriculum development for new BS, MS, and PhD programs in space sciences.
• Seek and secure external funding; engage in extension activities related to teaching and mentoring.
• Engage in scholarly teaching activities, curriculum revision, and professional development.

Skills

Space biology

Astrobiology

Grant writing

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in life sciences

Job description

University of Florida invites applications for a 9-month tenure-accruing faculty position in Space Life Sciences within the Microbiology and Cell Science Department on Merritt Island, FL. The incumbent will teach space biology, mentor graduate students, and participate in curriculum development for new programs.

The role emphasizes research in space biology/astrobiology and securing extramural funding, with teaching and extension responsibilities across campus.