Assistant or Associate Professor of Biology, Microbiology/Immunology (Tenure-Track)

The Department of Biology at Jackson State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position beginning July 2023

Minimum Required Education

Must have a Ph.D. in one of the following areas: Microbiology and/or Immunology or a closely related field with a minimum 18 graduate hours in field of study to be eligible to teach the courses.

Minimum Required Experience

Must provide evidence of effective and innovative teaching of undergraduate or graduate courses.

Preference will be given to candidates with Post-doctoral research experience, research publication records and successful research grants.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate level Biological Science courses such as but not limited to: Microbiology/Immunology
• Advising and mentoring students
• Conducting research in areas of expertise
• Developing and maintaining a dynamic, extramurally funded research program meeting the Biology research focus
• Providing service to the Department, College, University, Community and Profession
• Performing other duties as assigned

Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Jackson State University is committed to providing a safe campus. JSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include reference checks, criminal history/record check and when appropriate a credit report or driving history report.