"Assistant Professor Microbiome Biology"

Assistant Professor Microbiome Biology

The Department of Biology (https://biology.uncg.edu/) at UNC Greensboro (UNCG) seeks individuals with a strong record of accomplishment in Microbiome Biology for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Research areas of particular interest are in organismal biology with the ability to relate research to human health. Successful applicants will be expected to develop an externally funded research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds, make significant contributions to our Ph.D. program, teach upper-level courses that may include microbiology, physiology, cell biology and/or genetics, and specialty courses in their discipline. The scholarly environment in the Biology Department is highly collaborative with synergies among faculty who study Human Health, Environmental Health, Global Change, and Biodiversity. UNCG has excellent resources to support this position including molecular and cell biology equipment, microscopy and imaging equipment, shared equipment with the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering, a competitive startup package and a spacious research laboratory.

The position is available August 2026, and candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline by August 1, 2026. Postdoctoral experience is preferred.

To apply for this position (#001004), please visit our website at https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/postings/33594. Review of applications will begin on January 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries should be sent to Malcolm Schug, Head of the Department of Biology at mdschug@uncg.edu.

UNCG is a Minority Serving Institution. UNCG and the Biology Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and schools and support community-engaged research. UNCG is located in a metropolitan area of more than 1.7 million in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian mountains. UNCG is an EOE/AA/M/F/D/V employer and are strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.