Montana State University
Assistant Research Professor Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana, us, 59772
Assistant Research Professor Non-Tenure Track Faculty
This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
Working Title: Assistant Research Professor Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 26033
Position Number: 4B1130
Department: Microbiology & Cell Biology
Division: College of Agriculture/MAES
FTE: 0.8
Contract Type: LOA
Recruitment Type: Open
Salary: commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
The Assistant Research Professor will lead independent, innovative research on microbial physiology, bacteriophage biology, and microbe–host interactions within the Secor Lab. This position offers the opportunity to drive mechanistic discovery in a collaborative, highly interdisciplinary department supported by state-of-the-art research facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work independently to develop and carry out research in the areas of:
Microbiology
Microbial physiology
Microbe–host interactions
Lead mechanistic studies of bacterial communities, bacteriophages, and their roles in animal hosts using molecular, genetic, cellular, and imaging-based approaches.
Required Qualifications
A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Microbial Ecology, or a related field.
The individual must have a strong publication record in areas related to microbial physiology, host–microbe interactions, microbiome research, bacteriophage biology, or related microbial systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated capability to perform innovative and rigorous research.
Ability to identify, analyze, and synthesize relevant scientific literature.
Ability to develop a research plan with defined goals and design sound experimental approaches.
Proven ability to produce research suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Strong scientific writing skills for manuscripts, reports, and grant proposals.
Ability to learn, adapt, and implement emerging experimental techniques.
Experience working in a research laboratory environment.
Proficiency with standard software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe, Prism, etc.).
Ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to diverse audiences.
Strong collaborative skills and willingness to participate in team-based research.
Experience supervising or mentoring trainees.
Commitment to maintaining a safe and effective research environment.
Ability to achieve project objectives within established timelines.
Strong theoretical and empirical foundation in microbiology and microbial physiology.
Demonstrated experience with some of the following:
Analysis of microbial communities and microbial gene expression.
Molecular biology and recombinant DNA techniques.
Fluorescence or confocal microscopy.
Imaging-based analysis of microbial dynamics.
Quantitative biochemical assays.
Animal models used to study combustion or microbe–host interactions.
The Successful Candidate Will
Preferred Experience
Microbial or phage-driven modulation of host physiology.
High-resolution or live-cell imaging of microbes or host tissues.
Immunological assays relevant to microbe–host studies.
Characterization of microbial surfaces or secreted proteins.
Quantitative analysis of microbial behavior or microbial interactions.
Experience working with multiple organismal systems (e.g., vertebrate, invertebrate,届gnotobiancial models).
Prior leadership in maintaining specialized laboratory facilities or core resources.
Experience conceptualizing or contributing to competitive research proposals.
Position Special Requirements This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job.
Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Application Information Screening of applications will begin on
January 8, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
EEO Statement rapidez Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer.
MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides kur preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the poitrine’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
FLSA Status \ kiedy Exempt
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
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Working Title: Assistant Research Professor Non-Tenure Track Faculty
Announcement Number: FAC - VA - 26033
Position Number: 4B1130
Department: Microbiology & Cell Biology
Division: College of Agriculture/MAES
FTE: 0.8
Contract Type: LOA
Recruitment Type: Open
Salary: commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
The Assistant Research Professor will lead independent, innovative research on microbial physiology, bacteriophage biology, and microbe–host interactions within the Secor Lab. This position offers the opportunity to drive mechanistic discovery in a collaborative, highly interdisciplinary department supported by state-of-the-art research facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work independently to develop and carry out research in the areas of:
Microbiology
Microbial physiology
Microbe–host interactions
Lead mechanistic studies of bacterial communities, bacteriophages, and their roles in animal hosts using molecular, genetic, cellular, and imaging-based approaches.
Required Qualifications
A PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Microbial Ecology, or a related field.
The individual must have a strong publication record in areas related to microbial physiology, host–microbe interactions, microbiome research, bacteriophage biology, or related microbial systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated capability to perform innovative and rigorous research.
Ability to identify, analyze, and synthesize relevant scientific literature.
Ability to develop a research plan with defined goals and design sound experimental approaches.
Proven ability to produce research suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Strong scientific writing skills for manuscripts, reports, and grant proposals.
Ability to learn, adapt, and implement emerging experimental techniques.
Experience working in a research laboratory environment.
Proficiency with standard software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe, Prism, etc.).
Ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to diverse audiences.
Strong collaborative skills and willingness to participate in team-based research.
Experience supervising or mentoring trainees.
Commitment to maintaining a safe and effective research environment.
Ability to achieve project objectives within established timelines.
Strong theoretical and empirical foundation in microbiology and microbial physiology.
Demonstrated experience with some of the following:
Analysis of microbial communities and microbial gene expression.
Molecular biology and recombinant DNA techniques.
Fluorescence or confocal microscopy.
Imaging-based analysis of microbial dynamics.
Quantitative biochemical assays.
Animal models used to study combustion or microbe–host interactions.
The Successful Candidate Will
Preferred Experience
Microbial or phage-driven modulation of host physiology.
High-resolution or live-cell imaging of microbes or host tissues.
Immunological assays relevant to microbe–host studies.
Characterization of microbial surfaces or secreted proteins.
Quantitative analysis of microbial behavior or microbial interactions.
Experience working with multiple organismal systems (e.g., vertebrate, invertebrate,届gnotobiancial models).
Prior leadership in maintaining specialized laboratory facilities or core resources.
Experience conceptualizing or contributing to competitive research proposals.
Position Special Requirements This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job.
Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Application Information Screening of applications will begin on
January 8, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.
EEO Statement rapidez Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer.
MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides kur preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the poitrine’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
FLSA Status \ kiedy Exempt
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Optional Documents Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)
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