"Assistant Professor - Microbiology"

Job Details

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Position Title: Assistant Professor - Microbiology

Job Category: Faculty

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

The Department of Microbiology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking applicants for an academic year (9-month) tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with the start date of August 2026. We encourage applications from candidates with expertise in virology OR pathogenic bacteriology with the ability to teach additional courses offered by our department. We seek an engaging teacher/scholar with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring, with the potential to develop an externally funded research program involving undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) students. Come join a community of teacher/scholars committed to student success.

Applications received prior to the first review date will receive full consideration, and the search will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Under general supervision of the department chair, successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses and advising students. In addition to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of scholarship appropriate to their discipline. In addition, faculty provide service to the department, college, university, community and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

The College of Science & Health (CSH) is the largest academic unit at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, bringing together diverse disciplines across the natural, physical, computational, and health sciences. Home to 11 academic departments and nationally recognized professional programs, CSH is known for its strong tradition of faculty mentorship, hands-on undergraduate research, and graduate education that prepares students for leadership in science, healthcare, and industry. Faculty and students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities such as the Prairie Springs Science Center and the Health Science Center, which support innovative teaching, collaborative research, and community engagement. The college also hosts interdisciplinary centers and institutes that connect scholarship with real-world challenges, ranging from river studies to disability health. With robust instrumentation, collaborative partnerships—including ties with the Mayo Clinic Health System—and potential start-up support, CSH provides new faculty with an environment that fosters both scholarly excellence and student success.

The review of applications starts on December 12, 2025. Applications received on or before December 12th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Department: Microbiology

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Microbiology, a Biological Science or closely related field with specialization in virology OR pathogenic bacteriology. ABD will be considered. The degree must be earned by the end of the first academic year.
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to teach additional courses offered by the Microbiology Department based on need and candidate’s educational background.
• Prior university teaching experience.
• Ability to establish a research program involving undergraduate and graduate students (M.S.)
• A demonstrated record of publication in peer-reviewed academic journals.

How to Apply:

Cover Letter (Required: Include statements of your research plans and teaching philosophy as part of your cover letter, or appended to the same pdf file)

CV

Reference contact information

Note: Additional application materials may be requested by the search chair at a later date.

Contact Information:

Peter Wilker pwilker@uwlax.edu