Mathematics Major Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Description
The Division of Math and Natural Sciences in the College of Innovation & Technology (CIT) at the University of Michigan-Flint invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank.
Candidates with experience including, but not limited to, one or more of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Bioengineering including metabolic engineering, molecular engineering, systems engineering, and community engineering
• Omics analysis with an emphasis in areas such as lipidomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and systems biology
• Interdisciplinary expertise in molecular biology, cellular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or chemical analysis
• Experience with mass spectrometry molecular characterization and/or biomanufacturing/fermentation and research ambitions that can overlap with other areas of specialization included in this posting.

The College of Innovation & Technology continues to develop strong ties with regional industries leading to applied research and experiential learning opportunities. Therefore, the candidates will be encouraged to collaborate with others to create new programs and certificates within the College, to prepare students for the workforce of the future. Startup packages for the successful candidates include generous funding, lab space, access to equipment across CIT, and reassignment of teaching.
This posting is accepting applicants for the start dates of either major semester of the 2026-2027 academic year. Candidates should indicate their preferred start semester.
The University of Michigan-Flint is a regional public university and one of the three campuses of the University of Michigan. The College of Innovation & Technology is experiencing significant growth and is well positioned to expand and serve a population of students from the region and beyond.
To learn more about the University of Michigan-Flint campus, click here.
Responsibilities
Successful candidates will teach undergraduate courses and potentially graduate courses, mentor undergraduate and masters students, develop externally funded research program(s), and publish in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. Candidates are expected to possess the knowledge, drive, and innovative spirit that will continue CIT on a trajectory to be recognized as one of the best in the country.
Qualifications
Applicants of all ranks require a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Bioengineering or a related field by the appointment date.
Applicants must show potential for developing and maintaining a self-sustaining research program as evidenced through metrics including, but not limited to, peer-reviewed publications, grant submissions/awards, and research presentations.
Applicants at the rank of tenured Associate and Full Professor must have academic experience demonstrating excellent teaching in experiential settings and a strong scholarship record, with a history of successful grant writing.
Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Bioengineering, or related field
• Record of teaching excellence in modalities that may include face-to-face, online, and experiential settings commensurate with desired rank
• Record of research and scholarly publications commensurate with desired rank
• Record of leadership and mentorship commensurate with desired rank

Associate or Full Tenure-Track Professor candidates will undergo the college review process for tenure upon hire.
Tenure is contingent upon the University of Michigan Board of Regents approval.
Application Instructions
How to Apply
Materials are only being accepted via Interfolio. Applicants should submit a cover letter that notes your area of expertise, CV, names/contact information for three references, a Teaching Statement and a Research Statement.
Additional Information Contact
For more information or questions regarding this job posting, please reach out to Heather LeSage, Business Administrator for the College of Innovation & Technology at heathles@umich.edu.
Why work for UM-Flint
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier.
UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/tuition-support-for-dependents/
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/
Modes of Work
Hybrid:
The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements.
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.
Background Screening
The university of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan-Flint and the UMF AFT-AAUP, AFT Michigan local 5671, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.