Assistant Professor- Tenure Track Immunology and Microbiology

Seton Hall University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track professor at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences with a specialization in Microbiology and Immunology to start Fall 2027 pending final budgetary approval.

The Department of Biological Sciences is undergoing rapid growth and seeks to develop coursework and research in microbiology and immunology and related fields. Lab startup funds are available.

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a diverse research environment including PhD/MS graduate programs core facilities and a collaborative environment. Additional information on the department and its research faculty is described here: Hall University is located in South Orange New Jersey 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6300 undergraduate and 4700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally diverse community Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an Equal Opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and respects the religious commitments of all its turn its faculty respect Catholic beliefs and valuesengage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and support the Universitys mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching
Teach 18 credits per academic year at both the undergraduate and graduate levels focusing on core biology courses and supporting the academic progress of biology majors across diverse scientific disciplines. Expand the range of upper-level bio-electives by introducing or teaching specialized courses such as Pathophysiology Immunotherapeutic Design and Metabolic Diseases catering to evolving student interests and the demands of the Health-STEM workforce. Contribute courses to the environmental minor such as Microbial Epidemiology and maintain small class sizes to ensure meaningful student-faculty interactions and enhance learning outcomes.

Research and Scholarship
Lead high-impact biomedical research in immunology and microbiology research areas that overlap with other core science fields such as genetics physiology bioinformatics cancer and cell biology aimed at advancing scientific understanding of diseases developing novel treatments and improving patient outcomes. Establish a state-of-the-art Biomedical Science research laboratory offering dedicated space for undergraduate and graduate students to engage in research projects providing hands-on experience that fosters their intellectual growth and prepares them for their careers. Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the department cultivating a dynamic research environment that promotes innovation scholarly exploration and research excellence. Support the development and launch of a new BS in Microbiology & Immunology major aligning research efforts with educational goals and preparing students for careers in the rapidly growing field of microbiology.

Student Mentoring and Advising
Mentor manage and advise a growing number of medical-focused biology majors providing personalized guidance to support their academic and professional development. Mentor graduate students research and offer experiential research opportunities with advising to undergraduate students engaged in the laboratory.


Service Commitments
Actively participate in departmental college and university service activities contributing to the academic and administrative functions of the institution. Collaborate with colleagues to address departmental needs support institutional initiatives and promote a collegial collaborative work environment

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences Biomedical Sciences Immunology Microbiology or a closely related field with a research focus in one or more of the following areas: immunology microbiology genetics bioinformatics or cell biology. Two years of postdoctoral research experience in immunology microbiology genetics or a related biomedical discipline is preferred. A demonstrated record of scholarly productivity including peer-reviewed publications commensurate with career stage. Have evidence of or clear potential for externally funded research and previous teaching experience at the college level.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience teaching or developing upper-level courses relevant to health-STEM fields. Prior success securing extramural funding as a PI or co-PI. Experience integrating computational or bioinformatics approaches into biomedical research.

To apply for this position upload:

1) Cover letter including job code number
2) Curriculum vitae
3) 3-page research plan
4) Teaching philosophy
5) 3 current letters of reference

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received before December 1 2026 will receive priority review.

Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to increasing diversity among our faculty. We encourage applications from women minorities and other under-represented groups.

Salary Range:

$68483 -$76093

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Benefits Information:

Full Time Benefits

Life today is complex. Thats why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical prescription and vision insurance dental insurance and life insurance and retirement plan. More information is available at Hall University is located in South Orange New Jersey 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6300 undergraduate and 3700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith turn its employees respect Catholic beliefs and valuesengage in servant leadership and support the Universitys mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.