Assistant Professor

Areas of interest may include, but are not limited to, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, physiology and endocrinology, neuroscience, genetics and genomics, bioinformatics, ecology, evolution, plant biology, wildlife biology, behavior, conservation, agriculture, environmental biology, and related fields. We are particularly interested in candidates whose expertise can contribute to high-demand undergraduate instruction in areas such as Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Ecology, Evolution, Introductory Biology, and other courses that support biology majors and health-professions preparation. Candidates who can develop innovative courses that expand the department’s curricular breadth are also encouraged to apply.

Productive research program and actively pursue external funding; engage undergraduate and/or graduate students in research; contribute to excellence in teaching and mentoring; and participate in the collegial life and service mission of the Department and University.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in biology or a related field by the time of appointment and demonstrate the potential to develop a productive research program, pursue external funding, and contribute effectively to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring. The University of Memphis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.