Assistant Professor, Biomedical Sciences

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** Job Title
** Assistant Professor, Biomedical Sciences
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University - Kingsville
** Department
* * Department of Biological & Health Sciences
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** Kingsville, Texas
** Job Type
** Faculty
* * Job Description
** Texas A&M University–Kingsville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biomedical Sciences. We seek a biologist whose research and teaching focus on the molecular or cellular aspects of human health and disease. While we welcome applicants from across the biomedical sciences, we are especially interested in candidates with expertise in biotechnology,
-omics (e.g., genomics, proteomics, metabolomics), cell biology, or microbiology, as these areas support key instructional and research needs in the department. We also welcome research programs in complementary biomedical fields, and candidates who use experimental, computational, or translational approaches are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate Biomedical Sciences courses, including core classes and upper-level courses (such as Biotechnology, Genomics, Proteomics, Cell Physiology, or Microbiology), develop additional courses in their area of expertise, and maintain an active research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Teach lower-level core courses and upper-level courses.
* Develop or update biomedical sciences courses as needed.
* Establish an active research program that includes undergraduate and graduate students.
* Mentor MS thesis students.
* Participate in departmental and university service
** Minimum Requirements
*** Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, or a closely related field.
* At least 18 graduate semester hours in relevant biological or biomedical disciplines.
* Evidence of effective teaching and strong research potential
** Preferred Requirements
*** Experience mentoring or involving students in research.
* Potential to secure external funding.
• Record of scholarship in biomedical sciences (e.g., biotechnology, cell biology, molecular biology,
-omics, microbiology, or related fields).
* Experience teaching laboratory-based or upper-division biomedical courses
** About the University
** Texas A&M University–Kingsville is a regional research institution and a member of the Texas A&M University System. More information is available uk.edu.
** Application Materials
*** Cover letter
* Curriculum vitae
* Research statement
* Teaching statement
* Contact information for three references

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
** Contact
* * Dr. Chang K. Sung, PhDProfessor and Interim Department Chair Department of Biological and Health Sciences College of Arts and Sciences Texas A&M University-Kingsville
920 University Blvd Kingsville, TX Phone: chang.sung

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The mission of Texas A&M University
- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin. The university consists of five academic colleges:
Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of:
* Doctoral University:
High Research Activity*. According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University
- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution.
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