APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted no later than October 9, 2026 (Chamorro Standard Time/UTC+10).
(Note to applicants in the mainland United States: Please be advised that Guam is a day ahead of the mainland United States.)
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The University of Guam is looking for an individual who is interested in new challenges and opportunities for professional and personal growth. This position calls for someone who is self-motivated and adaptable, intelligent, possesses a global vision and who is interested in working in a dynamic, multicultural institution.
CHARACTER OF DUTIES:
We are seeking an exceptional candidate with expertise in marine microbiology. The successful candidate will design, implement, and conduct research on marine microbiomes and/or eDNA and collaborate with ongoing ecological, biodiversity, and physiological studies at the Marine Laboratory. As such, we are seeking individuals who are collegial, collaborative, and can work well as part of a team.
The successful individual is expected to develop a viable and energetic research program, make collaborative contributions to University STEM-centric research programs, and may also contribute to other local and regional projects in a supporting role. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty that have expertise in marine ecology, coastal oceanography, genomics, systematics, biodiversity collections, and bioinformatics. The candidate is expected to study microbiomes of tropical reef organisms to establish novel research projects and to complement ongoing studies at the Marine Laboratory. To develop a successful research program, the candidate is expected to seek extramural funding and recruit graduate students. The candidate will be required to develop and teach at least one graduate-level, semester-long course in marine microbiology that will be taught once every two years. The candidate will also be required to develop a seminar course(s) of their own design that will be taught intermittently.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum: Ph.D. in marine biology, ecology, microbiology, or another appropriate discipline from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent. The successful candidate will need to be based in Guam and have a strong publication record in marine microbiology and/or eDNA. Must be willing to teach online.
Preferred: At least two years of postdoctoral experience. Work experience in remote locations, demonstrated organizational skills, a strong teaching record, and the ability to deal with unexpected challenges are valued for this position. A demonstrated capacity to garner external research funding is essential. Experience working and teaching in online learning programs.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applicants for University of Guam faculty positions must complete an online job application through the UOG’s online employment portal at https://uog.peopleadmin.com. Please have the following documents prepared and ready to upload with your application:
(1) Letter of Intent, stating interest
(2) Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume
(3) Copies of all graduate and undergraduate transcripts
Applicants who are short-listed for an interview will be required to provide a short (approximately 5 minutes) video clip of their lecture or presentation.
Special Instructions for References: Three (3) current letters of recommendation from persons knowledgeable about your academic and professional performance must be provided by providing a list of at least three (3) references to be contacted on the References section of the online application. Enter each reference by clicking on the “Add References Entry” button. Provide the name, title, email address, mailing address, and telephone number of each reference. A system automated email will be sent to each reference’s email address with a link to attach their reference letter to your application.
Selected candidate must provide official transcripts prior to hire date. For further information, please contact Brett Taylor, Ph.D., Chair, Marine Microbiology Search Committee at taylorb@triton.uog.edu or the Human Resources Office at uoghro@triton.uog.edu, telephone number, (671) 735-2350 or fax number at (671) 734-6005.
Police and Court Clearance: Pursuant to Public Law No. 28-24 and Executive Order 2005-34, applicants selected for a position are required to provide original police and court (Superior Court of Guam) clearances of no more than three (3) months old prior to commencement of employment. Off-island applicants must obtain clearances from their place of residence. Applicants are responsible for fees associated with obtaining the clearances.
WORK ELIGIBILITY:
Submission of completed job applications authorizes the University of Guam to seek and obtain information regarding the applicant’s suitability for employment. All factors which are job related may be investigated (i.e., previous employment, educational credentials, and criminal records). All information obtained may be used to determine the applicant’s eligibility for employment in accordance with equal employment opportunity guidelines. In addition, the applicant releases previous employers and job-related sources from legal liability for the information provided.
Should an applicant be convicted of any crimes other than a minor traffic violation, all applicable information must be provided in the form of a police clearance report and court clearance report. Failure to admit any felony convictions may result in immediate disqualification or disciplinary action.
Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request.
Federal law requires presentation of eligibility to work in the United States within seventy-two (72) hours of reporting for employment. Specifically, 8 USC 1324A requires the employer to verify the identity and eligibility to work in the United States of all newly hired employees. The University of Guam is required to comply with this law on a non-discriminatory basis. If you are hired to fill a position with the University of Guam, you will be required to present valid documents to comply with this law.
The University of Guam is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
The University of Guam complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Assistance in EEO/ADA matters and inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations may be referred to the University’s Director, EEO and Title IX/ADA Coordinator, located at the EEO/ADA and Title IX Office, Dorm II, Iya Hami Hall, Room 104, Telephone No. (671) 735-2244; TTY (671) 735-2243; or to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR).