Assistant Professor - Department of Molecular Microbiology

Assistant Professor - Department of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology, College of Sciences.

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 12480
Full/Part Time: Part Time


Assistant Professor - Department of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology, College of Sciences.

The Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) seeks an outstanding candidate for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in bacterial pathogenesis, beginning Fall 2025. The candidate must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree with postdoctoral research experience in their respective areas of research. We seek an outstanding candidate who apply cutting-edge approaches to timely topics in areas of prokaryotic pathogenesis such as host-microbiome interactions, omics approaches, chronic immune diseases, vaccine development, cellular immunology, microbial immunity, mucosal immunology, adaptive/innate immunity and vector-pathogen interactions. The successful candidate is expected to develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program and participate in teaching at undergraduate and/or graduate level.

The successful candidate is expected to support the University's mission as a Carnegie R1, urban-serving, Hispanic thriving, discovery enterprise, deeply committed to student success, academic excellence, and supporting growth in doctoral education. This tenure-track position includes competitive compensation, fringe benefits, an excellent start-up package.

Successful applicants must prove eligibility to work in the United States by the time of hire. Submit the following materials in a single PDF at Talent Acquisition website at UTSA Office of People Excellence https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=12480&PostingSeq=1

• A current curriculum vitae
  
• Complete contact information for at least three professional references
  
• Research statement and summary of research goals (2-page limit)
  
• Teaching statement and teaching philosophy (1 page limit)
  
  This position will remain open until filled and please apply by 10/20/2024. For more information, contact Dr. Janakiram Seshu, Chair of the Faculty Search Committee at J.Seshu@utsa.edu.
  
  
  
  To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=12480&PostingSeq=1
  
  
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