The Department of Molecular Biosciences at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the field of immunology. We welcome applications from outstanding scientists whose areas of interest span the broader field of immunology, including, but not limited to, foundational mechanisms of immune responses, host-pathogen interactions, neuroimmunology, immune interactions with the microbiome, autoimmunity and inflammation, cancer immunology, hematopoiesis and immune system development, structural immunology, and computational/systems immunology.
The Department of Molecular Biosciences is composed of a broad faculty whose research interests span many disciplines including biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology and biophysics, cell and developmental biology, plant biology, microbiology, immunology and infectious diseases, biotechnology, and systems and synthetic biology. We are excited to welcome collaborative scientists who actively interact with our faculty members and take advantage of our state-of-the-art facilities (see below).
Successful candidates are expected to establish and sustain a vibrant research program; serve as dedicated teachers and mentors at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; and assist in the administrative and governance functions of the department, the university, and the profession via service on committees as appropriate. Applicants at the assistant professor level must have plans to develop an exciting independent research program and a strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate education.
“What starts here changes the world.” UT Austin offers numerous resources and an exciting and interactive environment to foster creative interdisciplinary research. In addition to their research activities, our faculty are committed to the development of state-of-the art courses and real-world training experiences for undergraduate and graduate students as part of our core educational mission. Successful candidates will be eligible for membership in the Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Graduate Programs , which includes the Microbiology Graduate Program , and collectively recruit a talented pool of graduate students each year. We also have outstanding core facilities, including those within the Center for Biomedical Research Support , the Texas Advanced Computing Center , and the Sauer Center for Structural Biology . The department has strong ties to other research units at UT Austin, including the School of Engineering, School of Pharmacy, Department of Computer Science, Oden Institute for Computational Engineering & Sciences , and Dell Medical School. This position offers excellent start-up funds, salary, and laboratory space in a dynamic and highly interactive research environment in the vibrant city of Austin. Applicants will also be encouraged to apply for support from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas ( CPRIT ).
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline and have an outstanding record of scientific ability as demonstrated by a strong publication record.
Applicants should apply through Interfolio () with the following documents:
Review of applications will begin on October 19, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification form
and provide documents to verify identity and eligibility to work in the USA. A security sensitive
background check will be conducted on the applicant selected.
The University of Texas at Austin, as an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions
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