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　　Please see Special Instructions for more details.

　　Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, beginning October 13, 2023, until the position is filled.

　　Applicants must apply online at https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/24337. Applicants should include in their application: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) a vision statement about your proposed research; 3) a statement of teaching interests and teaching and mentoring philosophy, that addresses how you will teach and mentor the students at UTA, who come from varied backgrounds, 4) names and email addresses of four references, and 5) a cover letter. A criminal background check will be conducted on finalists.

　　Questions may be addressed to: Cara Boutte ([email protected])

　　For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta

　　Posting Details

　　Position Information

　　Posting Number F00435P

　　Position Title Assistant or Associate Professor

　　Department Biology

　　Location Arlington

　　Job Family Faculty

　　Position Status Full-time

　　Rank Tenure-track

　　Work Hours Standard

　　Open to External and Internal

　　FLSA Exempt

　　Duration Funding expected to continue

　　Pay Basis

　　Benefits Eligible Yes

　　Job Summary

　　The Department of Biology in the College of Science at the University of Texas (UT) at Arlington (http://www.uta.edu/biology/) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Microbiology at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, microbial pathogenesis and physiology, antibiotic resistance, microbial genetics, host-microbe interactions, synthetic biology, and the impact of microbes on environments.

　　University Information

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 30 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student body in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

　　Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at (https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100). The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

　　Department and College/School Information

　　The Department and University have numerous resources including state-of-the-art research labs, an Animal Care Facility, a Biology Genomics Core Facility, a Center for Human Genomics, an Amphibian and Reptile Diversity Research Center housing specimen and tissue collections, and affiliations with the Botanical Research Institute of Texas ( BRIT ). The UT Arlington campus also houses the North Texas Genome Center, and the Shimadzu Institute for Research Technologies (a major partnership between UT Arlington and Shimadzu Scientific Instruments) that offers extensive resources for advanced imaging, mass spectrometry, proteomics, and analytical chemistry. The Department also benefits from access to core UT-system genomics and computational resources at UT Southwestern Medical Center and the Texas Advanced Computing Center ( TACC ) – one of the leading advanced computing centers in the U.S. Excellent opportunities exist at UT Arlington and in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex for collaborations with researchers in microbiology, ecology, evolution, cell biology, genomics, biochemistry, and biomedical sciences.

　　Arlington is a city of nearly 400,000 and is conveniently located in the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Within a 25-mile radius of the center of Arlington is a workforce of over two million people. The city has 82 public parks, including River Legacy Parks, a 1,300-acre oasis on the Trinity River in the heart of north Arlington. Arlington is the home of the Dallas Cowboys Stadium, the Texas Rangers Ballpark, and Six Flags Over Texas. The Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, located in Arlington, is the second largest airport in the U.S. More information on the city of Arlington can be found at www.arlington.org.

　　Benefits at UTA

　　We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

　　To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:

　　https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

　　CBC Requirement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Candidates who use innovative approaches to investigate important questions are particularly attractive.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Successful candidates will have a doctoral degree in a relevant field and will be expected to develop a nationally recognized, extramurally funded research program, as well as teach at the undergraduate and graduate (Master’s and Ph.D.) levels.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Special Conditions for Eligibility

　　Start-up funds, salaries, and teaching loads are highly competitive.

　　Department Information

　　The Department and University have numerous resources including state-of-the-art research labs, an Animal Care Facility, a Biology Genomics Core Facility, a Center for Human Genomics, an Amphibian and Reptile Diversity Research Center housing specimen and tissue collections, and affiliations with the Botanical Research Institute of Texas ( BRIT ). The UT Arlington campus also houses the North Texas Genome Center, and the Shimadzu Institute for Research Technologies (a major partnership between UT Arlington and Shimadzu Scientific Instruments) that offers extensive resources for advanced imaging, mass spectrometry, proteomics, and analytical chemistry. The Department also benefits from access to core UT-system genomics and computational resources at UT Southwestern Medical Center and the Texas Advanced Computing Center ( TACC ) – one of the leading advanced computing centers in the U.S. Excellent opportunities exist at UT Arlington and in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex for collaborations with researchers in microbiology, ecology, evolution, cell biology, genomics, biochemistry, and biomedical sciences.

　　Arlington is a city of nearly 400,000 and is conveniently located in the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Within a 25-mile radius of the center of Arlington is a workforce of over two million people. The city has 82 public parks, including River Legacy Parks, a 1,300-acre oasis on the Trinity River in the heart of north Arlington. Arlington is the home of the Dallas Cowboys Stadium, the Texas Rangers Ballpark, and Six Flags Over Texas. The Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, located in Arlington, is the second largest airport in the U.S. More information on the city of Arlington can be found at www.arlington.org.

　　University Information

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

　　Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

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　　EEO Statement

　　It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

　　ADA Accommodations

　　The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].

　　Posting Detail Information

　　Number of Vacancies 1

　　Desired Start Date 09/01/2024

　　Open Date 08/08/2023

　　Review Start Date 10/13/2023

　　Open Until Filled

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, beginning October 13, 2023, until the position is filled.

　　Applicants must apply online at https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/24337. Applicants should include in their application: 1) curriculum vitae; 2) a vision statement about your proposed research; 3) a statement of teaching interests and teaching and mentoring philosophy, that addresses how you will teach and mentor the students at UTA , who come from varied backgrounds, 4) names and email addresses of four references, and 5) a cover letter. A criminal background check will be conducted on finalists.

　　Questions may be addressed to: Cara Boutte ([email protected])

　　For more information about UTA , please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta

　　Requirement Questions

　　Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

　　Documents Needed To Apply

　　Required Documents

　　Cover/Interest Letter

　　Curriculum Vitae

　　Statement of Research Interests

　　Statement of Teaching Interest/Philosophy

　　Optional Documents