Tenure-Track Plant–Biotic Interactions Scholar

Botanical Society of America; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Plant–Biotic Interactions in the Department of Biological Sciences, Lubbock, TX. The successful candidate will develop an innovative research program and teach across undergraduate and graduate levels while mentoring students and postdocs.

Preferred candidates will have a strong publication record, postdoctoral experience, and a plan for external funding to support plant–biotic

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or comparable terminal degree in biology required by first day of employment.
• Record of peer‑reviewed research related to plant–biotic interactions.

Responsibilities

• Advance TTU’s strategic priorities in education, research, and service.
• Engage in research and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Present research at national/international meetings and seek external funding.
• Teach undergraduate/graduate courses and mentor students and postdocs.
• Coordinate teaching with curriculum goals and supervise thesis/dissertation committees.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in biology

Job description

Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Plant–Biotic Interactions in the Department of Biological Sciences, Lubbock, TX. The successful candidate will develop an innovative research program and teach across undergraduate and graduate levels while mentoring students and postdocs.

Preferred candidates will have a strong publication record, postdoctoral experience, and a plan for external funding to support plant–biotic