Opportunities

Employment and educational opportunities in Microbiology in North Carolina.

If you have a microbiologically-oriented job opening, or educational opportunity, in North Carolina that you would like posted here, please send copy and links to Jim Brown. The copy will be posted upon approval of its appropriateness by the NC ASM officers.

7th International Conference on Bartonella as Animal and Human Pathogens

Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 25 to Saturday, April 28, 2012 and send in registration and abstract submissions by February 15, 2012!

The meeting will include sections covering:
· Pathogenesis and Models of Disease,
· Clinical Manifestations in Humans and Animals,
· Laboratory Diagnostics,
· Genomics and Evolution,
· Vectors and Ecology,
· Bartonella in Wildlife,
· Bartonella Taxonomy and Species Variety.

Keynote Speaker: Christoph G. F. Dehio, Ph.D.

Professor Dehio received his Ph.D. in 1992 from the University of Cologne in Germany. From 1993 to 1995, he conducted postdoctoral research at the Institut Pasteur in Paris. From 1995 to 2000, he was a research group leader at the Max Planck Institute for Biology in Tübingen, Germany. Since 2000, he has been a research group leader at the Biozentrum of the University of Basel, Switzerland, where he holds the position of associate professor in molecular microbiology.

He received the Otto Hahn Medal from the Max Planck Society in 1994; the Promotion Prize from the German Society for Hygiene and Microbiology in 1999; the Postdoctoral Prize for Research in Microbiology, Immunology and Virology of the Robert Koch Foundation in 2000; the Pfizer Research Prize in the section Infectiology in 2006; and the Main Award of the German Society for Hygiene and Microbiology in 2006.

RESEARCH ABSTRACT SUMMARY:

Christoph Dehio is conducting research on bacterial pathogens associated with the formation of tumors in humans. In particular, he is studying the molecular and cellular mechanisms that lead to the formation of vascular tumors by the bacterium Bartonella henselae.

Call for Abstracts for oral presentations and posters

Abstracts must be submitted for both oral and poster presentations. Limit 400 words. Please indicate preference for oral or poster presentation.
Titles should be 14 pt, upper case, and the remainder of the text in 12 pt, Times New Roman font, 1" margins.
Authors' names should be on a separate line, with the name of the attending author underlined. Addresses should be on a separate line.
References should be included in the text.
All submissions should be sent as a Word file to ceregistration@ncsu.edu
Submission Deadline is February 15, 2012
Find full conference and registration information here: http://cvm.ncsu.edu/conted/icbmvp7.html

Regards,

Dr. Edward B. Breitschwerdt, NC State University, Raleigh, NC

Dr. Bruno Chomel, University of California, Davis, CA
Dr. Michael Kosoy, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Fort Collins, CO
Dr. Soichi Maruyama, Nihon University, Kanagawa, Japan

posted 1/10/2012

Postdoctoral position in bacterial pathogenesis

A NIH-funded postdoctoral scholar position is available to study the genetics and virulence mechanisms of Borrelia burgdorferi, the Lyme disease spirochete (http://www.ecu.edu/cs-dhs/microbiology/fac_Motaleb.cfm). The project will provide an opportunity for the candidate to develop and implement new ideas to study disease progression caused by the spirochete.  In addition, he/she will be part of a dynamic group of scientists working with a wide range of host-pathogen models. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) degree in microbial genetics, molecular biology or a related field. Experience working with animals is desired, but not required.  Interested individuals should send a cover letter explaining their interest in the position and a CV that includes contact information for three references to Dr. M. A. Motaleb, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, Brody School of Medicine, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27834, email: motalebm@ecu.edu. Salary is competitive and is commensurate with experience.

Faculty Position in Bacterial Pathogenesis
DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY
LSU HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER, SHREVEPORT, LA

Applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor for a scientist working in an area of bacterial pathogenesis including, but not limited to, molecular aspects of infection, interaction of the pathogen with the immune system and mechanisms of immune evasion, or bacterial immunology.  Applicants should have a Ph.D. or M.D. degree, several years of postdoctoral experience, and a history of high quality publications.  Responsibilities include teaching graduate and medical students and directing a nationally competitive research program in bacteriology.  The Department faculty of 18 members directs 40 doctoral and postdoctoral trainees and an interdepartmental NIH-funded Center for Molecular and Tumor Virology.  The Department is well equipped for molecular research and is augmented by the LSUHSC Core Facility which offers BSL-3PLUS laboratories and ‘state-of-the-art’ biotechnologies such as flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, laser capture microdissection, DNA array analyses, proteomics, small animal imaging, etc.  A Research Incentive Plan allows nationally funded investigators to receive unrestricted funds for research as well as salary augmentation.  Applicants should send a curriculum vitae and statement of research goals and funding and arrange for three letters of reference to:

Dr. Dennis J. O’Callaghan
Boyd Professor & Head
Department of Microbiology and Immunology
LSU Health Sciences Center
1501 Kings Highway
Shreveport, LA 71130

Ongoing Department Research in Bacterial Pathogenesis:
David J. McGee, Ph.D. Helicobacter pylori & Arcanobacterium haemolyticum pathogenesis
Kenneth M. Peterson, Ph.D. Virulence determinants of Vibrio cholerae; Vaccine development
Traci L. Testerman, Ph.D.: Helicobacter pylori physiology and pathogenesis
Matthew D. Woolard, Ph.D.: Francisella tularensis pathogenesis and immune evasion

Use ASM Career Connections, ASM's online job board, to satisfy your employment or recruitment needs. Whether you are looking for a job in microbiology or to recruit qualified microbiology professionals, ASM Career Connections targets your efforts and gives you the tools you need to end your search successfully.

ASM Career Connections also serves as ASM's onsite placement service at both the ASM General Meeting and ICAAC.

The Department of Biology at Northeastern Illinois University requests your assistance in identifying qualified candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to start in Fall 2011.

We seek candidates with an earned doctorate in Microbiology or a related area of biology. The successful candidate for the position will teach undergraduate courses in general biology, and upper-level and graduate courses in microbiology and areas of specialization. A strong commitment to excellence in teaching is required; experience with or a commitment to using and developing innovative teaching methods, and the ability to engage graduate and undergraduate students in research are important. Research and service are also encouraged and expected.

I am attaching the full text of the announcements for the position, and would appreciate your assistance in bringing them to the attention of qualified individuals. Should you or any potential candidates have any questions about our university or department, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,
John M. Kasmer, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Biology
j-kasmer@neiu.edu<mailto:j-kasmer@neiu.edu>

773.442.5717
773.442.5730 (fax)

Two Faculty Positions in Microbiology

Assistant Professor and Open Rank

Indiana University, Bloomington


The Indiana University Department of Biology
(http://www.bio.indiana.edu) Microbiology Section
(http://www.bio.indiana.edu/graduate/micro/faculty.php) invites applications for two faculty positions. One position is tenure-track at the Assistant Professor level and the other position is open to all faculty ranks, including senior candidates. The successful candidates will be provided with a competitive startup package and salary, and will have access to outstanding research resources. Successful junior level candidates will be expected to develop a vigorous externally funded research program. Senior-level candidates are expected to be leaders in their field of research as demonstrated by strong publication and funding records. Both successful candidates will participate in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We are particularly interested in microbiologists whose research focuses on (i) environmental, genomic, and/or systems microbiology, and (ii) fundamental bacterial mechanisms in all areas including phage and pathogen models.


Applications received by October 15, 2010 will be assured of full consideration. Inquiries should be sent to Yves Brun at iumicro@indiana.edu. Applicants should send a single PDF file that contains a cover letter, CV, research (past, present, and planned) and a teaching statement by e-mail to the above address and/or mail materials to Microbiology Search Committee c/o Yves Brun, Department of Biology, Indiana University Bloomington, Jordan Hall, Room 142, Bloomington, IN 47405. Please arrange to have at least four letters of recommendation sent by e-mail to the above address.


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Clay Fuqua, Professor of Biology
Associate Chair for Research
Department of Biology
1001 E. 3rd St., Jordan Hall 142
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405
812-856-6005
FAX 812-855-6705
cfuqua@indiana.edu

Aloha!

My name is Alyson Emde and I’m a Staffing Manager with Staffing Solutions of Hawaii located in Honolulu, Hawaii. We have a position available and were wondering if you or someone you knew would be interested! It’s with a well known highly established HealthCare Organization and they are looking for a Diagnostic Molecular/Microbiology Pathology Supervisor.

The client is looking for specific requirements: minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology, three years of general laboratory experience, supervisory/lead or project management experience, meet training or experience requirements as required by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Certified Medical Technologist (MT), and must have a Valid Clinical Laboratory Technologist license.

This is a Direct Hire position and the pay is between $54,000 - $71,000K/year (Based on Experience), plus a Relocation Bonus, and a competitive benefits package.

I have attached the job description to this email (click here to download this .doc file). Please review and forward along to members that you believe would be interested in this position.

If you have any questions about our company or the position, please feel free to contact me at 808-949-3669 Monday thru Friday between the hours of 7:30am-5:30pm (HST).

Regards,
Alyson Emde
Staffing Manager
1357 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 810
Honolulu, HI 96814
(P) 808-949-3669 (F) 808-949-4022
www.staffingsolutionsofhawaii.com

Dear ASM Branch Members:

This past year the Branch Organization Committee (BOC) has focused on the ASM ‘value proposition’ for Branches and Branch members. One idea that has excited us is the opportunity to establish a Branch Group in the Community section of the ASM Website. Our survey has 7 simple questions in addition to 5 demographic questions. It should take no longer than 4 minutes to complete unless you have a lot to say to us!

The BOC believes a Group could be a valuable resource for Branches and we will work with ASM staff to create and manage the Group. However, without your input, we can not be certain that it will be useful to you, valuable or even relevant. Please help us by giving us your feedback.

Please click on the attached link to go to the Survey. The survey results will be sent to your Branch President and discussed at the Branch Officer’s Forum at the 2010 ASM General Meeting. Results will be reported in the aggregate only. Any comments you make either to your Branch or the BOC will be reported preserving your anonymity. Thank you for your time and your membership in ASM Branches!

- Mike Schmidt, Chair, Branch Organization Committee

CLICK ON THE SURVEY LINK: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22AFSKBFL2H

Katie Chase
Manager, Membership Services
American Society for Microbiology
1752 N Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 942-9285 — fax 942-9346

Posted 4/28/10

Mid-Atlantic Microbial Pathogenesis Meeting January 30 - February 1, 2011 Wintergreen, VA http://mampm.org/ The goal of the Mid-Atlantic Microbial Pathogenesis Meeting is to foster communication and collaboration between scientists engaged in pathogenesis research in the Mid-Atlantic region. An important aspect of this is providing an opportunity for graduate students and post-docs to present their work to a knowledgeable audience, focused in their discipline, in a relaxed and collegial environment. Each session will lead off with an invited keynote speaker followed by talks by principal investigators, post-doctoral fellows and graduate students drawn from the submitted abstracts. Poster sessions will provide an additional opportunity for participants to present and discuss their work. Posted 4/19/10

Microbiologist Positions at Dupont

DuPont, a science-based company leading the introduction of biotechnology for industrial applications, is seeking several Principal Investigators in the area of Microbial Metabolic Engineering to join its Central Research and Development organization. The successful candidates will be part of multidisciplinary teams within a large community of molecular biologists, microbiologists, biochemists and biochemical engineers working in the areas of biofuels, nutraceuticals and macromolecules.

These positions will be open to candidates with a Ph. D. and a minimum of two years of Post-Doctoral training in Microbiology (bacterial, yeast or fungi), or related fields, with demonstrated strong experience in microbial physiology, molecular genetics, and biochemistry. Preference will be given to candidates with a broad understanding of microbial metabolism and physiology spanning several areas such as metabolic engineering, gene regulation, genetic selections or anaerobic metabolism, and a demonstrated track record of patents and /or publications in microbial physiology. Candidates should be self-motivated, thriving in a research team environment and committed to use biotechnology towards commercial and societal impact.

DuPont offers attractive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Apply through DuPont’s web sites:

Research Investigator - Bacterial Molecular Biology/Physiology-5728091218
https://dupontimpl.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=45865

Research Investigator - Yeast Molecular Biology/Physiology-5729091218
https://dupontimpl.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=45866

DuPont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 2/24/10

Fayetteville State University
2010 Mathematics and Science Undergraduate Research Symposium

Call for Abstracts


The Fayetteville State University College of Arts and Sciences invites undergraduates in STEM majors to submit research abstracts for the 2010 Mathematics and Science Undergraduate Research Symposium. The symposium will be held on April 16th and 17th in the Lyons Science Annex Building. The purpose of the event is to provide a forum for faculty and students to network and exchange scientific knowledge. The theme of the two-day event is entitled, "Strengthening Undergraduate Research through STEM Enrichment Programs". Dr. Valerie Ashby, a Gordon and Bowman Gray Distinguished Term Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNCCH), is the keynote speaker. Highlights of the symposium include a Graduate School Fair and research presentations on April 16 and the Math and Science Quiz Bowl and Awards Ceremony on April 17.

Abstracts should be submitted electronically to ewhite@uncfsu.edu by 5:00 pm on Friday, March 26, 2010. Abstracts must contain (1) at least two authors; (2) a hypothesis or problem statement; (3) experimental methods/ methodology; (4) results (even if preliminary) and (5) a conclusion. Faculty may submit abstracts for oral presentations. Only undergraduates are eligible to participate in the oral and poster presentation competition. Registration deadline for the symposium is Thursday, April 1, 2010. The registration fee is $10.00 and late registration is $15.00. Registration link is www.uncfsu.edu/optimum . There will be no on-site registration.

Posted 2/23/10

The Anaerobe Society of the Americas is hosting an "Anaerobe Identification & Susceptibility Workshop" on July 7, 2010, as a Pre-Congress Workshop to ANAEROBE 2010.

The workshop will address techniques for identifying anaerobes based on phenotypic characteristics. These methods will include appearance on gram-stain, growth on selective media, susceptibility to special potency antibiotic disks, preformed enzyme reactions, and classical biochemical reactions. A discussion on sequencing 16s rDNA for difficult strains will be included. The Anaerobe Educator software program will be used to present test reactions and to allow for active audience participation in the identification of organisms. Susceptibility testing methods, including agar dilution, broth microdilution, and Etest will be discussed. Each student will receive a copy of the Anaerobe Educator. This workshop is accredited for 7.0 continuing education contact hours for clinical laboratory scientists.

Faculty will consist of Diane Citron and Kerin Tyrrell, of the R.M. Alden Research Lab and Mike Cox of Anaerobe Systems. Cost is $70, including continental breakfast and break.

For information on the workshop and Anaerobe Congress, visit the web site: www.anaerobe.org or e-mail Dr. Ronald Goldman, asa@anaerobe.org

Posted 3/18/10

107th Annual Meeting of the North Carolina Academy of Science

March 26-27, 2010, Guilford College, Greensboro, NC

• Keynote Speaker: Dr. Rob Knight, University of Colorado-Boulder The Human Microbiome
• Forensic Science Symposium: Dr. Caroline Wilkinson, University of Dundee Human face variation - how the face reflects biological identity
• Diversity Symposium and Friday Night Concert: Bill Miller The Red Road to Victory

Visit the meeting web site for details, abstract submission, schedule, &c: www.guilford.edu/NCAScience/

Contact: ncas.guilford.2010@gmail.com

Posted 2/3/10

GUEST LECTURER is wanted to each an upper division undergraduate course called “Public Health Microbiology” while the regular professor is on leave.  Where? University of California, Berkeley, School of Public Health, on the UC Berkeley campus.  When?  Fall semester 2010 (late August to early December), Tuesday and Thursday mornings 8:00-9:30am.  What?  The course has 4 lectures on basic properties of microorganisms, 7 on background material such as immunology, host- parasite relationship, disinfection, anti-microbial therapy, laboratory diagnosis.  The remainder of the semester covers important infectious diseases organized by route of transmission.  Lecturer taking the position will have full use of the regular professor’s lecture notes, reader and images, plus 3 teaching assistants.  There are 200 students in the course.
Please address any questions or send resume/CV to:   buehring@berkeley.edu

GUEST LECTURER  wanted to teach a graduate course called “Public Health Immunology.”  Where?  University of California, Berkeley, School of Public Health on the UC Berkeley campus.  When?  Fall semester 2010 (course begins the last week of August and ends around the second week in December).  What?  The course offers the basics of immunology from a public health point of view, i.e. emphasizing the human aspects of immunology with applications to medicine and public health, as opposed to a research oriented course emphasizing molecular/cell biology and animal models.  It is a 3 unit course with two 80-minute periods per week.  No previous immunology course is required as a prerequisite for students to take the course. There are usually around 25 students.  The person filling this position should have a strong academic  background in immunology with emphasis on infectious diseases.
Please address any questions and send resume/CV to:  buehring@berkeley.edu

Posted 2/25/10

Howard University invites applications for four tenure track positions at the rank of ASSISTANT PROFESSOR starting in August 2010:

1. Bioinformatics/Genomics biologist with demonstrated ability to teach a GENETICS course
2. Developmental Biologist with demonstrated ability to teach a CELL BIOLOGY course
3. Microbiologist with demonstrated ability to teach an IMMUNOLOGY COURSE
4. Aquatic Ecologist with demonstrated ability to teach aquatic ecology or invertebrate biology

Qualifications: Candidates for these positions should have completed a Ph.D. in the relevant field and have an established record of research productivity. Teaching and postdoctoral experience are required. Successful candidates are expected to develop an externally funded research program, direct M.S. and Ph.D. students, and participate in teaching in introductory level courses (general biology, genetics, and/or introductory microbiology), as well as develop courses in their own specialty. Interested applicants should submit curriculum vitae along with a brief description of research and teaching experience and interests, and arrange to have three letters of reference sent directly to: Dr. Franklin Ampy, Chairman, Department of Biology, 415 College Street NW, Room 126, Washington, D.C. 20059. Screening of applications will begin February 1st, 2010 and continue until the positions are filled. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Information about these opening can be found at: http://scjobs.sciencemag.org/JobSeekerX/ViewJob.asp?cjid=38969&accountno=208&keywords=howard+university

... or contact:

Hemayet Ullah
Assistant Professor
Biology
Howard University

Posted 2/1/10

Career Development Grants for Postdoctoral Women – Deadline Feb 1

The ASM Membership Board is pleased to announce that the Career Development Grants for Postdoctoral Women Committee is accepting applications for its 2010 grant program.

Three grants ($1200 each) are given annually to enhance the careers of postdoctoral women with outstanding scientific accomplishments and potential for significant research in the area of microbiology. The fields covered by the award are any of those represented by the scientific divisions of the American Society for Microbiology. The grants support the career development of the winning candidates by providing funds to attend a meeting (other than the ASM General Meeting or ICAAC), to visit another laboratory, to take a course in a geographically distant place, or for other purposes to advance the candidate's career.

To be eligible for this program, a woman scientist must hold a doctoral degree and have no more than five years of relevant research experience since receipt of her most recent doctoral degree. Candidates must currently be performing postdoctoral work in microbiology, at an institution in the United States. The candidate must be a member of ASM. A letter of support must be provided by a nominator, who should be the candidate’s mentor, Department Chair, or Center Director. The nominator must be a member of ASM and may only support one candidate for this award per year.

Deadline for applications is February 1, 2010, one month earlier than in previous years.
For more information on the program and the application process, go to

http://www.asm.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=37857&Itemid=199

on the Membership section of the ASM website, or contact Anne Dempsey at ASM Headquarters by email (adempsey@asmusa.org) or telephone (202-942-9381).

Sincerely,
Millicent Goldschmidt
Chair,
Career Development Grants for Postdoctoral Women Committee

Posted 1/16/10

Research Technician- Journey
Department of Biology, East Carolina University
Recruitment Range:  $22,915 - $34,650

Job Description
Primary responsibilities of the position involve the preparation of materials and supplies and the coordination of the Microbiology laboratory sections under the direction of a faculty supervisor.  Duties include the routine transfer and maintenance of bacterial cultures, the preparation of media and chemical reagents, and the scheduling, training, and supervision of undergraduate and graduate student helpers to assist in the aforementioned duties.  Other duties include accounting of materials, supplies, and equipment used by microbiology labs, maintaining inventory, and contributing to budget planning.  The technician will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of various equipment used in the microbiology labs, including autoclaves, pH meters, reverse osmosis water system, analytical balances, water baths, incubators, and microscopes.  Additionally, the technician will ensure the safe disposal of all biological cultures and chemical reagents, and develop Standard Operating Procedures for lab preparations.  As needed and as time permits the successful candidate may be asked to contribute to preparation and maintenance of other undergraduate biology laboratories.  Strong organizational skills are highly desired.  A bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, or a related science or a technical college degree with laboratory experience in one of these areas is desired.  Preference will be given to candidates with experience in bacteriology and/or microbiology.

Minimum Qualifications
An appropriately accredited four-year degree plus one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience.

This position is subject to the Career Banding Salary Administration Plan.  If candidates are not identified at the Journey level, management may consider candidates at a low competency level.  Pay will be commensurate with applicant’s competencies as well as budget, equity, and market considerations.

For further information, contact:

Matthew Schrenk, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
East Carolina University
Department of Biology
Howell Science Complex, Rm. S301B
Greenville, NC 27858
phone: 252-328-5276
e-mail: schrenkm@ecu.edu
web: http://core.ecu.edu/schrenkm/

Posted 1/13/10

Career Development Grants for Postdoctoral Women

The ASM Membership Board is pleased to announce that the Career Development Grants for Postdoctoral Women Committee is accepting applications for its 2010 grant program.

Three grants ($1200 each) are given annually to enhance the careers of postdoctoral women with outstanding scientific accomplishments and potential for significant research in the area of microbiology. The fields covered by the award are any of those represented by the scientific divisions of the American Society for Microbiology. The grants support the career development of the winning candidates by providing funds to attend a meeting (other than the ASM General Meeting or ICAAC), to visit another laboratory, to take a course in a geographically distant place, or for other purposes to advance the candidate's career.

To be eligible for this program, a woman scientist must hold a doctoral degree and have no more than five years of relevant research experience since receipt of her most recent doctoral degree. Candidates must currently be performing postdoctoral work in microbiology, at an institution in the United States. The candidate must be a member of ASM. A letter of support must be provided by a nominator, who should be the candidate’s mentor, Department Chair, or Center Director. The nominator must be a member of ASM and may only support one candidate for this award per year.

Deadline for applications is February 1, 2010, one month earlier than in previous years.
For more information on the program and the application process, go to http://www.asm.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=37857&Itemid=199 on the Membership section of the ASM website, or contact Anne Dempsey at ASM Headquarters by email (adempsey@asmusa.org) or telephone (202-942-9381).

Sincerely,
Millicent Goldschmidt
Chair,
Career Development Grants for Postdoctoral Women Committee

Posted 1/13/10

The Department of Biology at Appalachian State University (ASU) seeks to fill a tenure-track position in microbiology at the Assistant Professor rank. We seek a teacher-scholar who will combine excellence in undergraduate and graduate (Master’s) teaching with an active research program. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral and teaching experience. We are looking for an individual who studies the biology of prokaryotic microorganisms or viruses and/or microbe-host interactions. The successful candidate will develop and teach a microbiology course for nursing majors, contribute to the current curriculum, and develop advanced courses in his/her specialty.

ASU, located in the southern Appalachian Mountains, is a highly ranked comprehensive university and a member institution of the 16 campus University of North Carolina. With over 16,000 students, ASU strives to maintain its reputation for excellence in teaching while continuing to enhance its research reputation. To apply send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, separate statements of research and teaching interests/philosophy, and contact information for at least 3 references (name, address, telephone, email address) to Microbiologist Search Committee, Department of Biology, 572 Rivers Street, ASU, Boone, NC 28608. Electronic applications accepted only in pdf format and may be sent to tibbettdr@appstate.edu. For questions, please contact search committee co-Chair Dr. Ece Karatan (karatane@appstate.edu). Review of applications begins 12/15/09; and will continue until the position is filled. Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Link to this job listing

The Professional Science Master’s degree in Microbial Biotechnology (MMB) at North Carolina State University prepares graduates for leadership roles in the biotechnology industry. Students receive training in cutting-edge cell and molecular technology and a working knowledge of the business components of the biotechnology industry. The MMB program is a response to the Biotechnology Industry’s desire for employees with a strong technical aptitude along with an understanding of business issues and professional skills. The MMB curriculum includes academic courses in science and business along with professional training with local companies through Case Study Projects and Internships.

• MMB web site
• MMB flyer (1Mbyte PDF)
  

Posted 11/19/09