Assistant Professor Location:

University of Notre Dame Open Date:

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Description:

Position Description The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Microbiology. The position is expected to be filled at the assistant professor level, but applications from exceptional researchers at associate professor and professor levels will also be considered. We seek a forward-thinking, collaborative microbiologist driven to address fundamental and impactful questions in microbial biology. We are particularly interested in candidates pushing the frontiers of microbial pathogenesis, host-microbe interactions, or antimicrobial resistance.

Qualifications:

Required:

Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a closely related field. Postdoctoral training demonstrating research excellence and productivity through a track record of high-impact peer-reviewed publications. A clear vision for establishing an independent, extramurally funded research program. Strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentorship. About the University, Department & Campus Resources Notre Dame is an R1 research institution and a member of the AAU, combining world class scientific infrastructure with a deeply mission-driven academic environment. The Department of Biological Sciences at Notre Dame is a vibrant community of over 300 individuals including 159 graduate students and 63 faculty and serves as a central hub for life science education and research, focusing on the fundamental mechanisms of living systems to address grand challenges in human and environmental health. The department brings together world-class faculty, post-doctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduates to collaborate across multidisciplinary areas such as microbiology, immunology, cancer biology, ecology, evolution, genomics, and neurobiology. Through state-of-the-art facilities and strong affiliations with key research institutes, the department emphasizes integrative inquiry aimed at finding real-world solutions for disease prevention, climate change, and biodiversity conservation.

Excellent Institutional Ecosystem:

Faculty benefit from collaboration with Notre Dame's Centers and Institutes and Initiatives including the Eck Institute for Global Health, the Warren Center for Drug Discovery, the Harper Cancer Center, the Environmental Change Initiative, the Rare Disease Institute, the Bioengineering and Life Sciences and Just Transformations for Sustainability Initiatives. Opportunities for collaboration also include the NIH-funded Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute. Access to state-of-the-art campus core facilities: On campus access to the Genomics and Bioinformatics Core Facility (GBCF), Imaging and Flow Cytometry Core, Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics Facility, and Freimann Life Science Center, including

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Comprehensive Faculty Mentoring and Support:

We are committed to supporting your success. New faculty received mentoring committees, tailored teaching loads to support establishment of research programs, and competitive start up packages and support to help recruit graduate students and postdoctoral trainees.

Exceptional Quality of Life:

Notre Dame is consistently ranked as one of the top employers in the United States and provides a top-tier Total Rewards package , including an exceptional retirement match, tuition benefits for dependent children, dual-career partner assistance, an on-campus Wellness Center & Pharmacy, and fully funded access to specialized care networks (Maven for family planning/menopause, Summus for global specialist second opinions, Vivvi for backup childcare/tutoring, and Cariloop for dedicated caregiving coaching). To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/192535 This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597 . Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-4448a38209ad4c5d9440dd966bc3d208