The Department of Biology at UNC Greensboro (UNCG) seeks individuals with a strong record of accomplishment in Microbiome Biology for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Research areas of particular interest are in organismal biology, with the ability to relate research to human health. Successful applicants will be expected to develop an externally funded research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds, make significant contributions to our Ph.D. program, teach upper-level courses that may include microbiology, physiology, cell biology, and/or genetics, and specialty courses in their discipline. The scholarly environment in the Biology Department is highly collaborative, with synergies among faculty who study Human Health, Environmental Health, Global Change, and Biodiversity. UNCG has excellent resources to support this position, including molecular and cell biology equipment, microscopy and imaging equipment, shared equipment with the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering, a competitive startup package, and a spacious research laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral experience is preferred.

About The University of North Carolina at Greensboro

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is a higher-research activity university as classified by the Carnegie Foundation. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC system institutions, UNCG is one of the most diverse universities in the state with nearly 20,000 students and over 2,700 faculty and staff members representing more than 90 nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 100 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNCG is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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