"Assistant Professor in Cell Biology"

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Cell Biology

The Department of Biological Sciences in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Cell Biology to start in August 2026. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment. We seek candidates whose research addresses significant questions in cell biology, broadly defined. A Ph.D. in cell biology, or a related field, and demonstrated research accomplishments are expected. Successful applicants can also become part of the Arkansas Integrative Metabolic Research Center (https://aimrc.uark.edu/) at the University of Arkansas, which offers unique opportunities for NIH funding, mentorship, and grant writing support. Successful candidates are expected to establish an extramurally funded research program, contribute to graduate and undergraduate education, and participate in service activities.

All applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching & mentoring statement, and three email contacts for professional references. Applications received by November 1st, 2025 will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position. Inquiries should be addressed to the committee chair Dr. Jeffrey A. Lewis (lewisja@uark.edu). For a complete position announcement and information regarding how to apply, visit: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS/job/Assistant-Professor-Cell-Biology_R0077285-1?locations=17a66cdad98201f7890cfb48ca00e249.

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a supportive environment that consists of 34 tenured or tenure-track faculty members conducting research and teaching in the areas of cell biology, genetics, developmental biology, biomedical & health sciences, genomics, microbiology, neurobiology, ecology, and evolutionary biology. More information about the department can be found at: https://fulbright.uark.edu/departments/biology/. The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The Arkansas Integrative Metabolic Research Center (AIMRC), funded by the National Institutes of Health, is focused on understanding the role of cell and tissue metabolism in disease and health through research involving advanced imaging, bioenergetics, and data science. For more information on the AIMRC, please see: https://aimrc.uark.edu.