Description

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is pleased to invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Biology at Hofstra University. The Department of Biology welcomes applications in the area of Microbiology.

We are seeking a microbiologist with a research focus on a non-pathogenic bacterial model system, using a combination of classical microbiology and molecular tools to address topics such as microbial cell structure, microbial biochemistry, microbial genetic mechanisms, or microbial physiology.  

The successful candidate is expected to:
Teach lecture and lab courses in microbiology, introductory molecular/cell biology and upper-level courses that complement current course offerings.
Establish and maintain an externally-funded research program that complements the needs of our department and is accessible to both undergraduate and Master’s research students.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in microbiology, biology or closely related discipline
Postdoctoral research experience in microbiology and a well-developed research plan 
Experience teaching undergraduate biology courses as instructor of record
Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education

Preferred Quals Summary:

Teaching experience in the field of microbiology 
Experience teaching lecture and laboratory introductory biology courses as instructor of record
Experience applying active-learning or student-centered pedagogy
Demonstrated expertise in combining classical bacteriology and bioinformatics in microbiological research
Experience collaborating in a coordinated teaching environment for multi-section courses

Instructions:

Please use the link below to upload the following with your application for consideration:
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae (indicating specific teaching and mentoring experience)
Statement of research interests (clearly including future plans, incorporation of undergraduate researchers, and feasibility, ≤ 4 pages)
Statement of teaching experience, interests, and philosophy (including examples of evidence-based learning strategies used in the classroom/laboratory, (≤ 2 pages)
Contact information for three professional references

All applications received by January 15, 2026, will receive full consideration.