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Posting Details
Position Information
Position Number
Functional Title
Assistant Professor Microbiology
Position Type
Tenure Stream
Position Eclass
FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information
Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The UNCG Department of Biology endeavors towards excellence in conducting research and teaching biological concepts and skills to biology majors and graduate students, to prepare them for professional careers and more advanced study. We introduce non-biology majors to the foundations and applications of biology. By involving undergraduate and graduate students in research, we contribute to and increase society's knowledge across the broad spectrum of biology. We train doctoral students in Biology, a complex and rapidly changing discipline. Through laboratory training and directed research experiences we enhance our students' technical and analytical skills so that they can contribute meaningfully to an increasingly technological world. Our leadership in scientific innovation and discovery serves our students, profession, and our local and global communities.
Position Summary
The Department of Biology at UNC Greensboro (UNCG) seeks an individual with a strong record of accomplishment in microbiology broadly defined for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. 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 courses in microbiology, cell biology, evolution, and/or genetics, and advanced specialty courses in their discipline at the undergraduate and graduate level. The scholarly environment in the Biology Department is highly collaborative with synergies among faculty who study Environmental Health, Human Health, and 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, and a competitive startup package with excellent laboratory space.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline.
Preferred Qualifications Postdoctoral experience is preferred.
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Special Instructions to Applicants The position is available August 2027, and candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Biology or a related discipline by August 1, 2027. Postdoctoral experience is preferred.
To apply for this position (# ), please visit our website at . Review of applications will begin on November 13, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Inquiries should be sent to Malcolm Schug, Head of the Department of Biology at
Recruitment Range
Commensurate with experience.
Org #-Department
Biology - 12204
Job Open Date
09/08/2026
For Best Consideration Date
11/13/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
FTE
1.000
Type of Appointment
Permanent
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year
9
FLSA
Worksite address
greensboro, NC, 27497, US
Who can apply
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