Scientific Job Opportunities

Stony Brook University: Renaissance School of Medicine: Microbiology and Immunology
Open Date: August 6, 2024 | Close Date: October 18, 2024 | Anticipated Start Date: August 2025.

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology in the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the area of virology, including molecular virology, viral pathogenesis, emerging viral pathogens, and animal models of viral disease. The position will be part of a State University of New York Empire Innovation Program that seeks to build cross-disciplinary collaborations to advance disease prevention and treatment. Applicants incorporating antiviral drug development or novel therapeutic approaches against viral infections are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful applicants are expected to establish and maintain an extramurally funded research program and actively participate in the teaching and service missions within the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Stony Brook University. The positions include a competitive start-up package, excellent fringe benefits, modern office and research laboratory space, and access to state-of-the-art core services, instrumentation, and facilities.

Position Description: The McGill University Department of Microbiology and Immunology and the Mark Wainberg Centre for Viral Diseases in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is inviting applications for a fulltime Contract Academic Staff position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Research) in the general area of fundamental immunology. The position is based at the Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research (LDI), Jewish General Hospital (JGH). This is a Contract Academic Staff position and does not confer eligibility for tenure. 

The Department of Virology, Immunology, & Microbiology at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The position comes with competitive salary, generous start-up support, and ample BSL2/ BSL2+ laboratory space. This faculty position primarily centers on research and graduate student training and is ideal for candidates who would like a research-focused academic career. We welcome applications from scientists with programs studying immune responses to infection, virology, and/or other branches of microbiology. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree, with a demonstrated record of productivity and scientific excellence, and plans to develop a creative and independent research program. The successful applicant will join a vibrant department that values creativity, collaboration, and social and cultural diversity of our faculty, staff, and students. Research strengths in the department encompass molecular virology, viral pathogenesis, and innate and adaptive immune responses to viral and bacterial infection. For more information, please visit our website.

The Microbial Sciences Institute (MSI) at Yale University, in partnership with the Department of Immunobiology (IBIO) at Yale School of Medicine, seeks applicants for an assistant professor tenure track faculty position in microbe-immune interaction.

The MSI is a central hub where research teams from multiple departments contribute broad perspectives, approaches, and expertise in microbiology. Current research areas include chemistry and genetics of host-microbe interaction, microbial community dynamics and function, and structural biology of microbes. The MSI values deep exploration of the microbial world, prizes mentorship and interaction, and aims to push the boundaries of microbiology. 

The Department of Immunobiology supports research on all aspects of the immune system. Research interests encompass basic mechanisms of immune system development, function, and regulation, and the human immune system’s role in health
and disease.

Applications will be evaluated for alignment with both the MSI and IBIO. The position includes both MSI affiliation and a full (primary) appointment in IBIO, providing exceptional colleagues,resources, and mentorship at the interface of microbiology and immunology.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree, and communication skills conducive to excellence in teaching are necessary.
Applications should contain:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• description of previous research (1 page)
• statement of research plans (up to 3 pages)
• reprints of up to 4 publications
• 3 confidential letters of recommendation 

  
  

Please apply through the Interfolio website.

Applications should be submitted by November 1, 2024. Inquiries about the position may be sent to the attention of Dr. Andrew Goodman, Director of the Microbial Sciences Institute (andrew.goodman@yale.edu). 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology, College of Medicine, at the University of Illinois Chicago is soliciting applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience. We are seeking innovative and collaborative individuals pursuing fundamental and/or translational aspects of microbial pathogenesis, host responses to infection, and immunology. We especially seek applicants with research programs that use state-of-the-art approaches involving animal models, cell biology, human immunology, imaging, molecular genetics, or systems biology. We offer an intellectually exciting, collegial and supportive environment with robust graduate, physician scientist, and post-doctoral training programs, as well as extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary and interdepartmental collaboration. Resources include outstanding core facilities for DNA/RNA sequencing and genomics, imaging, mass spectrometry, flow cytometry, structural analyses and automated drug screening. Facilities supporting BSL-3 pathogen research are operational within the department and college. Competitive salary and start-up packages commensurate with qualifications and experience are available.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and be expected to articulate plans for establishing and maintaining an extramurally funded research program incorporating collaborations with UIC colleagues. In addition to running their research program, hired faculty will participate in the teaching of graduate and medical students, will engage in service to the department and institution, and demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine seeks an assistant professor position at the full-time, 12-month, tenure-track rank.

Candidates with research experience in Microbiology and/or Immunology and a major commitment to research and teaching are encouraged to apply. Individuals with cancer research portfolios would be strong candidates for this position. There is potential for the candidate to secure the Gloria Zhang, Ph.D. and Gordon Yan, Ph.D. Endowed Professorship in Immunology. The successful applicant is expected to establish thriving, cutting-edge, externally funded research programs that provide supportive environments for training the next generation of scientists and physicians. Responsibilities will also include teaching and mentoring a diverse group of trainees at the graduate and professional levels and engagement in university, community, and professional service.

The Department of Molecular and Cell Biology (MCB) and Division of Immunology and Molecular Medicine at the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. The expected start date is July 1, 2025.

We seek applicants studying fundamental aspects of immune system function. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to) innate immunity, inflammation, B cell biology, T cell biology, mucosal immunity, type 2 immunity, immunometabolism, neuroimmunology, cancer immunology, host-microbe interactions, microbial pathogenesis, autoimmunity, and comparative and systems immunology.

The Department of Biology at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, TN is hiring 2 tenure-track (9-month) positions for Assistant Professors starting Fall 2025:

Disease Ecologist/Biologist:  Areas of interest include but are not limited to (1) molecular mechanisms of human diseases, (2) ecophysiology, (3) patterns of disease, and (4) evolution of disease. Teaching expectations for this position include General Biology and upper division courses, with labs, in the candidate’s area of expertise. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biology, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, or a closely related field; ABD will be considered if all requirements are met by the hire date. Postdoctoral experience is preferred but not required. More information can be found here. 

Genetics:  We seek to hire a candidate who investigates the genetic mechanisms underlying long-term evolutionary responses of organisms to their environment. The ideal candidate will study evolutionary, ecological, and/or community processes using genomic approaches. Research expertise might encompass any level of biological hierarchy, ecological scale, or organismal group, even including research in genetic-based diseases. Teach upper-division undergraduate and graduate courses in genetics, evolution, biological methods, and/or other areas of expertise, and lower-division courses in biology. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Biology, Genetics, Evolutionary Biology, Ecology, or a closely related field; ABD will be considered if all requirements are met by the hire date. Postdoctoral experience is preferred but not required. More information can be found here. 

Princeton University seeks applications for an assistant, associate or full professor to contribute to a major new initiative at the interface between cancer, immunity, and metabolism (Ludwig Princeton Branch). We welcome applications from candidates using biological, chemical, physical, engineering and/or computational approaches to tackle questions at this interface. Candidate selected will be appointed to a tenured or tenure-track position in an academic department at Princeton appropriate for the candidate's area of specialization, and will also hold a corresponding membership in the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research.

Mercer University has the need for a microbiology instructor for the fall.  Contact Jeff Denny at denny_jk@mercer.edu to discuss job details.

Part-time (2 courses) or Full-time (3 courses)
Nursing Microbiology and Biology-majors courses

MS or PhD in Microbiology or related field

• Teaching experience preferred

The Colton Center for Autoimmunity at UPenn has initiated a search for Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor positions. This Center is supported by $60M in philanthropic support from Judy and Stewart Colton, also with great institutional support. We will have a new building for immunology and immune health opening in 2025 that will have dedicated floor for our Colton Center.  This Colton Center is part of our Institute for Immunology and Immune Health and our vibrant and highly collaborative immunology community across campus. 

The announcements have an initial deadline of December 1^st, but we will be accepting and reviewing applications after this date. 

Link to senior rank position.

Link to junior rank position.

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

Faculty Position at the level of Assistant – Associate – Full Professor. Department Microbiology and Immunology. Applicants should have a Ph. D. , M. D. or equivalent.

Job posting here

Learn more about the University of Miami, Department of Microbiology and Immunology.