McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston seeks outstanding applicants for tenure-track positions in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics . The department is especially interested in developing new faculty at the Assistant Professor level, but more experienced applicants will also be considered at an Associate Professor level. We seek to expand our research profile in all areas of the microbial sciences, but applicants that study fundamental biological processes in prokaryotic or eukaryotic model systems are particularly encouraged to apply.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Develop a rigorous, productive, and independent research program supported by externally sponsored projects.

• Contribute to graduate and medical education.

• Fund a minimum of 50% of salary using own sponsored project funds three years from the initial appointment date.

• Participate actively in the academic activities of the department.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. and/or M.D. and postdoctoral experience.

Applicants at the Assistant Professor level should have a track record of innovative research at the cutting edge of microbiology and the capability to develop an independently funded laboratory. Applicants at an Associate Professor level must have an established, respected, and extramurally funded research program. Successful candidates will receive generous start-up funding, a salary commensurate with experience, newly renovated space, and a competitive benefits package.