What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, Host-microbe interactions position at New Mexico State University?
The Department of Biology at New Mexico State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position with a specialization in microbiology at the assistant professor level. The successful applicant will carry out basic, applied, or translational research on the role of microbe-host interactions in health or disease. Individuals who use vertebrate animal models within this research area are especially encouraged to apply. For more information about the NMSU Biology department see: http://bio.nmsu.edu.
The position includes 9-month salary, start-up funding and laboratory space. The applicant must have a Ph.D. in Biology or a related field, at least one year of post-doctoral training, a robust record of publication and/or external funding commensurate with experience, and a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate education at the time of application.
The applicant will be expected to establish a vigorous, independent research program, secure extramural funding, offer lecture and laboratory courses in microbiology and medical microbiology at the upper and lower undergraduate level (majors and non-majors) as well as graduate courses in their area of expertise. The applicant must be able to guide undergraduate and graduate student research, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and support departmental functions.
Review of complete applications including references begins on October 15, 2026, but files received after this date may be considered. All application materials must be submitted via the NMSU Jobs Site: https://careers.nmsu.edu/jobs/asst-prof-las-cruces-new-mexico-united-states-63e3f143-2c3f-41b4-8da1-03be6001c06a
Required application materials include a cover letter, CV, statement of research interests and accomplishments (2 pages max), statement of teaching philosophy and experience (2 pages max), and three letters of reference submitted by the reference writer directly to biosearch@nmsu.edu. Questions regarding the position and application can be addressed to khanley@nmsu.edu. NMSU is an EEO/AA employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon the verification of information required by federal law, state law and NMSU policies/procedures, which may include the completion of a criminal history check.