Assistant Professor in Microbiology

Assistant Professor in Microbiology

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State,University Park campus, invites applications for a tenure-trackfaculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The search is open to any area of Microbiology. Areas of particularinterest for this year's search include bacteriology, virology,parasitology, and mycology.

Applicants should have a Ph.D., a record of creative researchaccomplishments, a research plan clearly articulating futurecontributions to the field, and a strong desire to achieve teachingexcellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Theposition features outstanding research space and a competitivestart-up package.

The anticipated starting date for this appointment is summer orfall of 2026 or spring of 2027. The duties include research,teaching, supervision of student research at both the undergraduateand graduate levels, and service to the university and the greaterprofessional community. Candidates are expected to demonstrateinterest in and capacity for developing a strong, independentresearch program, and teaching and mentorship excellence at boththe undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applications submitted electronically by October 15, 2025 willreceive full consideration, and should include the following:

• A one page cover letter that highlights the applicant's mostrelevant qualifications for a faculty position at Penn State.
  • overview of the goals/vision of your research program in thecontext of our department and institution.
  • a summary of experiences and qualifications that position youto achieve your goals.

• Curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• Two statements addressing:
  • Research accomplishments, future plans, and vision (up to 3pages, including figures and references).
  • Teaching experience, philosophy, and/or interests (1page).

Application materials may comprise no more than 5 documents, eachwith a size limit of 5MB. Applicants may need to combine materialsto meet the 5-document limit and should ensure all documents areuploaded and correct prior to final submission.

In addition to the above materials, applicants should arrange forat least three letters of recommendation to be sent directly tomicro_search@psu.edu bythe same deadline.

Successful applicants will join an outstanding department with ahighly collaborative environment and have access to cutting edgeresearch infrastructure including genomic, microscopy, metabolomic,animal, and biosafety level 3 facilities. They will further havethe opportunity to be part of numerous centers of researchexcellence within the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences (https://www.huck.psu.edu/institutes-and-centers).

Questions about the position and the Department of Biochemisty and Molecular Biology at Penn State may be directed at the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee, Prof. Timothy Meredith by e-mail atmicro_search@psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completionof background check(s) in accordance with Universitypolicies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-timeemployees designed to support both personal and professionalwellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and visioncoverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of thestandout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, availableto employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed toproviding employment opportunities to all qualified applicantswithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, disability orprotected veteran status. If you are unable to use our onlineapplication process due to an impairment or disability, pleasecontact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountablefor advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individualuniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equityinitiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefitsof inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagementintended to help all members of the community thrive. We valuebelonging as a core strength and an essential element of theuniversity's teaching, research, and service mission.

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