Assistant / Associate Professor of Soil Microbial Biochemistry & Microbiology Print Assistant / Associate Professor of Soil Microbial Biochemistry & Microbiology Salary $71,650.00 - $84,063.00 Annually Location Normal Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202300709 Department Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences Opening Date 11/25/2025 Description Benefits Questions Description Summary: The Department of Natural
Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) in the College of Agricultural, Life and Natural Sciences (CALNS) at Alabama A&M University is seeking a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative faculty and scientist in the field of Soil Microbial Biochemistry & Microbiology at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. This is a full-time 9-month tenure-track appointment with 50% Teaching and 50% Research, with an additional
three-month summer research employment. The rank and tenure-status for this position is negotiable based on qualifications and experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and training in microbiology and biochemistry of soils and related areas.The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES) includes undergraduate programs in Environmental Science, and Forestry. Graduate
programs include Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Plant and Soil Science. Examples of Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Primary focus will be teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses in traditional and online formats in Soil Microbial Biochemistry & Microbiology Additional courses may be developed, depending on the candidate's interests and expertise.Actively engage in student recruitment and retention
programs and be willing to travel to local high schools and recruitment events The individual is expected to conduct research in Soil Microbial Biochemistry & Microbiology and related areas.Advise and assist graduate students in their thesis/dissertation research.Develop relations, communicate and interact with agricultural community and work closely with small-farm development centerThe successful candidate is
expected to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills with undergraduate and graduate students; serve on department, college and university committees, as well as advise undergraduate clubs. Other duties assigned. Typical Qualifications Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):Ph.D. in soil microbial biochemistry/microbiology and related areas. Evidence of
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