• Develop an independent research program in toxicology involving chemicals of emerging concern.
• Mentor undergraduates and graduate students in research.
• Teach a diverse student population and prepare students broadly for futures in graduate and professional schools. 
• Contribute to departmental and program self-governance.
• Teach an undergraduate course in environmental toxicology.
• Conduct research in his/her field of expertise and publish in scholarly journals.
• Secure funding from various agencies to support his/her research.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Department Chair.

• Ph.D. at the time of job commencement in toxicology or biology with appropriate emphasis from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
• Experience involving toxicology of  substances in a variety of ecological systems.
• Experience in physiological and biochemical extractions, measurements, and analyses.

• A record of scholarship as evidenced by publications and experience mentoring  undergraduate students.

• Statistical analytical skills.
• Ability to mentor undergraduates and graduate students in the laboratory.

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.