Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Opening Date: 08/11/11

Closing Date: Continuous

Note: This is a full-time external grant funded position with full benefits. Continuation of employment will be based on annual performance appraisals and future funding appropriations.

The Department of Biology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is seeking qualified candidates for an NIH funded postdoctoral position.

• Teach microbiology laboratory sections (0.25 fte) to sophomore-level college students
• Conduct research (0.75 fte) in the area of bacterial resistance to antimicrobial agents, bacterial physiology, and pathogenesis in the laboratory of Dr. M. Varela. Fellow will work with Dr. Varela and a team of graduate and undergraduate students.
• Present research at scientific conferences and publish findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals

Ph.D. in appropriate area is required. Bachelor’s degree in a biological science field, and one year experience teaching biological sciences also required. Experience can be gained concurrently with education.

• Continuation of position is contingent upon grant funding.
• Work is performed during normal work hours but may require some evening or weekend hours
• Work is sedentary in nature with 25 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry
• Work requires reaching, handling of objects with hands and/or fingers, talking, hearing, and seeing.

Date Available: January 2, 2012

Application Review Date: September 2, 2011

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications may be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three references
• Transcripts (unofficial for application purposes)

Instructions For Applying In Person: Applications may be picked up at the ENMU Office of Human Resources, located in the Administration building, room 113. Please submit the application form along with all required documents (listed above) in person to the Office of Human Resources or to the following address:

1500 S. Ave. K

Station 21

Portales, NM 88130

ENMU is an Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment. People seeking additional information about the University’s non-discrimination policy should contact the Affirmative Action Officer at the above address.