Assistant Professor

Faculty Position in Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
aligned with Autophagy, Inflammation and Metabolism
(AIM) Center
The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of New
Mexico School of Medicine ( is seeking a flex-track
Assistant Professor.
Areas of interest should be aligned with AIM Center including autophagy,
inflammation/immunity and metabolism.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications:
• New Investigator or Early Stage Investigator (ESI) or junior New Investigator
(NI) as defined by NIH:




• Strong record of scientific accomplishments aligned with the themes of the
AIM Center (including autophagy,
inflammation/immunity and metabolism)
• Strong evidence of potential for achieving R01-level funding in the areas
described above.
• Outstanding publication and training record.
• Prior experience in teaching medical students (undergraduate medical
education)
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and
varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission
to serve local and global communities.
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The successful candidate will benefit from the programmatic opportunities through the
AIM Center and will have exceptional opportunities for synergism and interactions with
the UNM HSC signature programs.
Appointment will be in the Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, at the
rank of Assistant Professor. The successful applicant will develop a rigorous research
program on autophagy and immunology, inflammation, or metabolism; participate in
AIM COBRE and departmental activities including graduate and medical school
teaching.
Job duties:
• Work toward becoming a member of the Phase S CoBRE Science Research
Program Investigator (SI) pool and work to become an appointed SI on Phase S
• Develop a strong independent research program that is competitive for external
funding from the NIH and other sources.
• Teach medical students as part of the Phase 1 curriculum.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional research training mission by teaching
in graduate school courses and mentoring graduate students and postdocs.
• Participate in AIM Center activities and initiatives.
• Provide service supporting the department's administrative, educational, and
scholarly missions.
For best consideration, apply by September 30, 2026.
The position will remain open until filled.
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disability, or any other protected class


Please reference posting Number: Requisition # 37582
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