Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Core
Launch a research program harnessing natural and synthetic microbial species to create functional systems for the bioeconomy, including bio-based alternatives to conventional materials.
Role type
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Builds
Research programs and educational curriculum in microbial bioeconomies and microbiome engineering
Domain
Academic research in microbiology, synthetic biology, and bioeconomy
Deliverable
production ML models | research
Required skills
Genomic mining, synthetic biology, microbial natural product chemistry, quantitative microbiology, curriculum development, graduate mentoring
Preferred skills
Expertise in developing biological systems for renewable materials, chemicals, and fuels
Technologies
Generative AI, Biocomputing
Responsibilities
Develop and direct an extramurally funded research program; Teach undergraduate and graduate courses; Mentor graduate students; Participate in faculty governance; Engage in professional and public service
Seniority
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)