Assistant Professor, Microbiology

The Department of Biological Science at Florida State University invites outstanding applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the broadly-defined area of Microbiology including, but not limited to, studies of bacteria, viruses, or host-microbial interactions. Successful candidates are expected to establish an innovative, extramurally-funded research program and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in the area of Microbiology. Applicants must possess at a minimum a doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in academic research, instruction/mentorship, and service. Postdoctoral training in the field of specialization is preferred.

The Department of Biological Science is a diverse and interactive group with over 40 tenure-track faculty members in graduate programs of Cell and Molecular Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Molecular Biophysics, and Neuroscience. In addition, there is a vibrant regional community of researchers across multiple departments and universities who study diverse aspects of microbiology.

Researchers have access to excellent core resources, including a state-of-the-art imaging center equipped with a Titan Krios cryo-electron microscope, live cell imaging, and super-resolution 3D-SIM; access to the Coastal and Marine Laboratory and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. Additional resources include facilities for functional genomics, proteomics, flow cytometry, mass spectrometry, computing clusters for bioinformatics, and a modern BSL3 facility. For information about Florida State University’s Department of Biological Science, visit our website at https://www.bio.fsu.edu.

Questions about the position should be directed to Prof. Hengli Tang: micro@bio.fsu.edu.

Other Information

Florida State University is consistently ranked as a top 20 public university by US News & World Reports. Florida State University is located on land that is the ancestral and traditional territory of the Apalachee Nation, the Muscogee Nation, the Miccosukee Tribe of Florida, and the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Tallahassee is the capital city of Florida, which is situated in the Big Bend region of the state, a biodiversity hotspot with undeveloped terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Tallahassee is close to several state parks, rivers, a National Wildlife Refuge, the largest national forest in Florida, and the pristine beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. It also hosts rich programs in visual and performing arts and athletics.

How to Apply

Submit your application at http://www.jobs.fsu.edu (Job ID 50256). Include 1) a statement summarizing past contributions to and future plans for promoting diversity and inclusion; 2) a statement describing your experience/philosophy of teaching and mentoring; 3) a statement of research accomplishments and future goals; 4) a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including academic and professional experience; 5) peer reviewed publications (please include PDF copies of a maximum of your two most significant, peer-reviewed, published manuscripts). Review of applications will begin on December 13, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

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Dual Career Policy

When a faculty candidate has a spouse or partner who also is seeking employment, the University will assist in exploring employment positions for that spouse/partner, by either seeking to locate an appropriate University position or by referral to local employment opportunities.