University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Assistant Professor - Microbiology
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Mcallen, Texas, United States, 78501
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University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
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MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Contact Information Edinburg: (956) 665-2451 Brownsville: (956) 882境8218
Office hours: Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Faculty Recruitment College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
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Position Information Title: Assistant Professor (research track) Job Class Code: 10050 FLSA: Exempt Posting Number: FRGV1963 Vacancies: 1 full‑time Location: Division of Health Affairs Appointment Period: 1 year FTE: 1.0
Scope of Job The Assistant Professor (research track) position focuses on high‑level expertise in cancer العسكرية, immunology, immunotherapy, bioinformatics, formulations, and related concepts. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining a cancer and immunology research program, establishing and overseeing laboratory operations, generating data, writing manuscripts, submitting progress reports to the division director, and maintaining laboratory records. The candidate will secure extramural funding, expand collaborations, teach graduate and medical students as required, and serve on departmental and university committees. Supervision of students and laboratory technicians is expected. Teaching, research, and service duties are distributed per the Department Chair and may change based on departmental needs.
Minimum Qualifications Doctoral degree in a basic science discipline (e.g., biology, pharmacology, immunology, biotechnology, nanomedicine, pharmaceutics). Minimum of four years of postdoctoral research experience. Distinguished record of scholarly activity and teaching experience in basic science.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
License or Certification No license or certification required.
Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Desired Start Date 03/01/2026
EEO Statement The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley promotes equal employment opportunities forveliso individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or protected veteran status. The institution complies with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Women, minorities, and differently abled persons are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information The position is distributed across multiple Rio Grande Valley locations as required and is primarily performed in a general office environment. It is security sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. Retirement benefits are provided through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) for positions ≥20 hrs/week and 135 days; an optional TRS or ORP may be elected for ≥40 hrs/week.
Special Instructions to Applicants (continued) Faculty members whose primary language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency. Texas law requires a TOEFL score of 500 (or 173 computer‑based PRO/61 internet‑based) or an IELTS score of 6.0. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Contact Information Edinburg: (956) 665-2451 Brownsville: (956) 882境8218
Office hours: Monday‑Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Faculty Recruitment College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
Application To apply, click the
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link/button. Bookmark the position if you wish to review it later, and use the
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Special Instructions Human Resources will not be responsible for redacting confidential information such as Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Gender, or Ethnicity/Race from the documents you attach. Please omit this information before submitting your application. Your application will be forwarded to the department upon receipt.
Position Information Title: Assistant Professor (research track) Job Class Code: 10050 FLSA: Exempt Posting Number: FRGV1963 Vacancies: 1 full‑time Location: Division of Health Affairs Appointment Period: 1 year FTE: 1.0
Scope of Job The Assistant Professor (research track) position focuses on high‑level expertise in cancer العسكرية, immunology, immunotherapy, bioinformatics, formulations, and related concepts. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining a cancer and immunology research program, establishing and overseeing laboratory operations, generating data, writing manuscripts, submitting progress reports to the division director, and maintaining laboratory records. The candidate will secure extramural funding, expand collaborations, teach graduate and medical students as required, and serve on departmental and university committees. Supervision of students and laboratory technicians is expected. Teaching, research, and service duties are distributed per the Department Chair and may change based on departmental needs.
Minimum Qualifications Doctoral degree in a basic science discipline (e.g., biology, pharmacology, immunology, biotechnology, nanomedicine, pharmaceutics). Minimum of four years of postdoctoral research experience. Distinguished record of scholarly activity and teaching experience in basic science.
Preferred Qualifications None specified.
License or Certification No license or certification required.
Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Desired Start Date 03/01/2026
EEO Statement The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley promotes equal employment opportunities forveliso individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or protected veteran status. The institution complies with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Women, minorities, and differently abled persons are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information The position is distributed across multiple Rio Grande Valley locations as required and is primarily performed in a general office environment. It is security sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215. Retirement benefits are provided through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) for positions ≥20 hrs/week and 135 days; an optional TRS or ORP may be elected for ≥40 hrs/week.
Special Instructions to Applicants (continued) Faculty members whose primary language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency. Texas law requires a TOEFL score of 500 (or 173 computer‑based PRO/61 internet‑based) or an IELTS score of 6.0. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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