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University of Illinois at Chicago

Open Rank Tenure Track Faculty position in Host-Pathogen Interactions

University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Open Rank Tenure Track Faculty position in Host-Pathogen InteractionsHiring Department : Microbiology and Immunology

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1027028

Posting Close Date : 10/31/24

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

Description:

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).

Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D., M.D., or MD/Ph.D. degree in Microbiology, Immunology, or related field with a strong publication record in leading peer-reviewed journals, and potential for extramural funding at the Assistant Professor rank (K or R-type career transition awards, or equivalent) or evidence of sustained extramural funding at advanced ranks.

Application Instructions

To apply, please upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a description of your research program (no more than 3 pages), and the names and contact information for three references. For fullest consideration, the application must be received by October 31st, 2024 at 5pm.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

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