Tenure-Track Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biologist

SACNAS; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Biology at UNC Chapel Hill is hiring two tenure-track Assistant Professors to study molecular, cellular, developmental, or microbial biology using a variety of model systems.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent, post-doctoral experience, and a commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful applicants will build active research programs, seek external funding, and contribute to UNC's scientific community.

Qualifications

• Earned a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
• Post-doctoral research experience.
• Commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Strong publication record and ability to obtain external funding.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead an active research program in molecular, cellular, developmental, or microbial biology.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses and mentor students.
• Secure competitive external funding and contribute to UNC research activities.
• Collaborate with UNC units and participate in the broader scientific community.
• Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and research.

Skills

Creativity

Original thinking

Pedagogical adaptability

Organizational skills

Resilience

Perseverance

Patience

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

The Department of Biology at UNC Chapel Hill is hiring two tenure-track Assistant Professors to study molecular, cellular, developmental, or microbial biology using a variety of model systems.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent, post-doctoral experience, and a commitment to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful applicants will build active research programs, seek external funding, and contribute to UNC's scientific community.