Assistant Professor

Department: Biology Job Summary: Tenure Track Faculty members perform the functions of teaching, research or creative activities, and service and are assigned to an academic unit appropriate for their Discipline descriptor. Tenure Track Faculty members are usually hired as assistant professors and enter the tenure track. For example, an assistant professor must serve a probationary period of five years and be reviewed for tenure during his or her sixth year of continuous employment at the University. Tenure Track Faculty members may be hired, particularly at the associate and full ranks, with a reduction in the tenure probationary period, as explained in the Tenure Policy. Tenure Track Faculty members at the Associate and Full ranks are full members of the Graduate Faculty, while those at the Assistant rank are Associate Members of the Graduate Faculty.

Job Description: The Department of Biology at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the broad area of Quantitative Cell Biology. We seek candidates who use data-rich experimental approaches to study cells and to uncover molecular mechanisms across cellular, developmental, microbial, plant, organismal, and ecological systems.

We are especially interested in candidates with strong expertise in experimental approaches for measuring gene expression, gene regulation, and dynamic biological processes in living cells or multicellular organisms, who are prepared to lead an independent research program driven by fundamental science and curiosity-driven questions. Preferred approaches include quantitative live-cell imaging, optogenetics, advanced bioimage analysis, spatial and temporal gene expression measurements, phenomics, and AI-enabled analysis of biological data. This position should build upon the department’s existing strengths while significantly expanding its capacity in quantitative, mechanistic, and the integration of biology across scales and methods.

The Department of Biology is a broad-based department of 25 tenure-track and 21 instructional faculty members that educates over 900 undergraduate biology majors and more than 60 graduate students (Ph.D. and M.S.). More information about the department can be found at

Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. from an accredited university in Biology, Biophysics, or a related field. Postdoctoral or other post-Ph.D. research experience relevant to the position (e.g., research assistant professor, non-academic research position).

For consideration, your application must include: A cover letter outlining interest and suitability for the position; Curriculum vitae; A 2-3 page statement of research interests, outlining ongoing and proposed research areas; A 1-2 page teaching statement, which includes teaching experience and teaching interests; Names and contact information for three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue through

January 15, 2027 . The desired starting date is

August 2027 . Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here! Job Responsibilities: Performs the functions of teaching, research or creative activities, and service and are assigned to an academic unit appropriate for their Discipline descriptor.

Education Qualifications: PhD (Required)

Experience: Relevant experience

Interview Requirement: Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. EEO Statement: The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Background Check Statement: The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.