Position Information
School/College College of Arts and Sciences
Title College of Arts and Sciences-Assistant Professor Tenure Track- Biology
Assignment Category Full-Time
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Payroll Status Faculty 9
Job Description
The Department of Biology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), within the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions, commencing in Fall 2024.
We encourage candidates from diverse biology disciplines who employ innovative research and teaching approaches to apply.
Our department conducts research on both traditional and nontraditional species, emphasizing fundamental biological inquiries at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels, with current strengths in healthy aging, food security, and climate change.
Ideal candidates will complement or expand our existing strengths within the Department of Biology and across the UAB campus.
Applicants who apply Computational, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), or other quantitative approaches to fundamental or critical problems in biology are encouraged to apply.
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our student body and is committed to their success.
Members of the CAS community are expected to reflect our values for inclusive excellence in both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
Applicants should submit the following documents as part of their application package:
A one-page cover letter.
Curriculum vitae.
A statement of research interests and future plans (up to three pages).
A summary of the teaching philosophy (aligned with the values upheld by UAB-CAS; up to two pages).
Contact information for at least three references.
To apply click here: https://uab.
peopleadmin.
com/postings/19539
For inquiries or questions regarding this position, please contact search committee chair Dr.
Liou Sun, Department of Biology, sunlab@uab.
edu.
Review of applications will begin on November 5, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.
D.
or equivalent terminal degree with an advanced background in biological sciences or a related discipline.
Evidence of productive postdoctoral research experience as demonstrated by an excellent research record with a high level of productivity in peer-reviewed publications.
Preferred Qualifications
Significant potential for external funding in the first two years.
Effectiveness in teaching a diverse body of undergraduate and graduate students (M.
S.
and Ph.
D.
) appropriate for the Assistant Professor level online or in person.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number F2222P
Open Date 10/04/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation.
UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement
The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve.
Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise.
If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)