Department of Microbiology and Immunology
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Tenture-Track faculty - University of Chicago

The University of Chicago's Department of Microbiology in the Biological Sciences Division is searching for tenured or tenure-track faculty members at Assistant, Associate or Full Professor rank. We seek applicants pursuing research in any area of microbiology and related areas and are particularly interested in scientists whose research programs focus on host-pathogen interactions, microbial pathogenesis, novel tools including systems and molecular approaches to studying the microbiome and infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and emerging infectious diseases.



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Faculty position in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology - University of Buffalo

The Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (JSMBS) at the State University of New York at Buffalo (UB) invites applications for a faculty position in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek a colleague who will build a nationally recognized research program working on any molecular, cellular, and/or immunological aspect of microbial pathogenesis, but applicants with programs in virology are especially encouraged to apply.




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University of Central Florida (UCF), College of Medicine - 2 research-focused faculty positions

The Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences (BSBS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF), College of Medicine, seeks outstanding applicants for two research-focused faculty members. The rank of appointment for both positions can be either tenure earning Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor.  The research focus should be on Microbial Immunology or Virus-Host Interactions relevant to human health. Applicants with a research focus in any area of immune responses to microbial infections or addressing mechanisms of viral pathogenesis are particularly encouraged to apply.




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Faculty Position – Immunologist - Department of Microbiology and Immunology - Des Moines University

Faculty Position – Immunologist
Open Rank / Tenure-Track
Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Des Moines University

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Des Moines University is seeking a qualified individual for a 12-month, open-rank, tenure-track faculty position. This individual will participate in teaching immunology to graduate and professional students in various medical, biomedical, and allied-health fields, will maintain a program of scholarly activity as evidenced by peer reviewed publication and/or the submission of extramural grant applications, and will serve in academic governance responsibilities.

In 2023 Des Moines University (DMU) relocated to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation. Core research spaces include an AAALAC accredited animal care facility, cell culture facilities, and core equipment for cell, protein, and nucleic acid imaging and analysis.

The successful candidate must have a PhD in Immunology or a related field, and relevant postdoctoral experience. Visit the Microbiology and Immunology department website to learn more about us. The full job description, benefits information, and the application portal.

A proven record of achievement in medical or health professions education, and a history of scholarly productivity are essential for appointment to the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Scholarly activity in the form of educational research would also be considered. To apply applicants must use DMU’s online submission portalA curriculum vitae, cover letter, contact information for three professional references (letters may be requested at a later date), a statement of future scholarly goals and objectives, and a one-page teaching philosophy are required at time of online submission. The teaching philosophy should provide evidence of the candidate’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in teaching and mentoring students. Application review will begin immediately, and position will remain open until filled.

Des Moines University is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by law (“protected class”). Applications from candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to the Chair of the search committee: Marie Nguyen, PhD, at Marie.Nguyen@dmu.edu.

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Yale University: Assistant Professor, School of Medicine: Basic Science -YSM: Microbial Pathogenesis

The Department of Microbial Pathogenesis at Yale School of Medicine seeks candidates for tenure-track assistant professor faculty position(s) investigating the pathogenesis of viral, bacterial, or parasitic infections, pathogen-host interactions, and the role of microbes in health and disease.

Please apply through the Interfolio website.

Review of applications will begin October 15, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be sent to the attention of Dr. Andrew Goodman, Chair of the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis, c/o Carla Zaratzian (carla.zaratzian@yale.edu).




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Multiple Tenure Track Faculty Positions in Bacteriology, Immunology and Virology, University of Miami

Multiple Tenure Track Faculty Positions in Bacteriology, Immunology and Virology at Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor levels

Department of Microbiology and Immunology University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami FL

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine is expanding its faculty and broadly recruiting in bacteriology, immunology, and virology. We seek applicants at all levels with outstanding research programs. Areas of interest include infection and cancer, host/pathogen interactions, HIV/AIDS, emerging pathogens, cancer immunology, and autoimmunity. We are particularly interested in applicants with a translational focus and have an established funded research program. Applicants will be expected to establish their research program in the outstanding environment of our disease-focused Centers, particularly the Center for AIDS Research and the NCI-designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Applicants should have a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent, and should be able to effectively contribute to both the research and the teaching missions of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. Quality research facilities, significant start-up funds, and salary support will be provided commensurate with the rank. Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement describing research accomplishments and future research goals, relevant reprints, and the names of three references to: sarguelles@med.miami.edu. For further information about the department, please visit the University of Miami, Department of Microbiology and Immunology.

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Faculty Position - University of California, Davis, Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology

TENURE TRACK Assistant/Associate/Full Professor
(Regular/In Residence Series) Professor: Microbiome Science
Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology
School of Medicine, University of California, Davis

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology (MMI) at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Regular/In Residence Series) in Microbiome Sciences, including the role of microbiome in human health and disease, microbial metabolism, microbiome ecology, interaction of mucosal pathogens with host-associated microbial communities, metagenomics, antimicrobial resistance, microbiome changes and implications in viral, bacterial, parasitic and fungal infections.

The successful candidate is expected to develop a funded research program in microbiome sciences. In addition, the candidate is expected to have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial and collaborative team atmosphere, and strong commitment to contributing to diversity, equity and inclusion. The candidate is expected to hold a Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree with postdoctoral experience and a record of excellent research publications at time of appointment. The successful candidate will have experience in basic, translational and/or collaborative research in areas that integrate well with the research strengths our department and related programs at our University.




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2023: Postdoctoral Research Position in Structural Immunology/Vaccinology

The Mousa Laboratory at the University of Georgia (UGA) Center for Vaccines and Immunology (CVI) in Athens, GA is seeking TWO creative and enthusiastic postdoctoral fellows to drive forward research projects focused on monoclonal antibody therapies and epitope-focused vaccine design. These are multidisciplinary projects with enormous training opportunity in human immunology, virology, bacteriology, animal models of infection, and structural biology, including X-ray crystallography and cryo- electron microscopy. The Mousa Laboratory studies monoclonal antibodies as therapeutics and to inform vaccine design.