Tenure-Track: Marine Microbiome & Symbiosis Research

University of Maryland - Division of University Relations; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition remission

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Microbiome and Symbiosis Studies at the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) in Baltimore. The position targets microbial or symbiotic interactions using omics, biochemistry, cell biology and modelling.

You will develop an externally funded research program, publish in leading journals, teach graduate courses, and mentor graduate students while

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in microbial biology, genetics, ecology, marine science, or related field.
• Demonstrated research excellence and strong publication record.
• Ability to secure external funding and supervise graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in aquatic microbiome studies and symbiosis.
• Publish in leading peer‑reviewed journals and contribute to scientific leadership.
• Teach graduate level classes and mentor graduate students and postdocs; broaden participation.

Skills

Research excellence

External funding potential

Graduate mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in microbial biology/genetics/ecology/marine science

Job description

The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Microbiome and Symbiosis Studies at the Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET) in Baltimore. The position targets microbial or symbiotic interactions using omics, biochemistry, cell biology and modelling.

You will develop an externally funded research program, publish in leading journals, teach graduate courses, and mentor graduate students while