Tenure-Track Microbiology & Immunology Faculty (BSL-3)

Title: Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology &Immunology
Department Org: Med Microbio & Immunology -
Employee Classification: A1 - Faculty Full Time 12 MthHSC
Bargaining Unit: Bargaining Unit Exempt
Primary Location: HSC C
Shift: 1
Start Time: 8:30 End Time: 5:00
Job Description:
The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology at theUniversity of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences isrecruiting up to two (2) tenure-track faculty, at the rank ofAssistant, Associate, or full Professor, as part of a majorexpansion of basic science, interdisciplinary, and translationalresearch. We are seeking outstanding scientists who studyhighly-infectious pathogens, host-pathogen interactions, and/orvaccine/therapeutic development and require biosafety level 3(BSL3) and animal BSL3 (A-BSL3) containment for these studies.Ideal candidates will study highly-infectious pathogens such asMycobacterium tuberculosis, Coxiella burnetii, Yersinia pestis,Rickettsia sp., influenza virus, EEEV, SARS, MERS, West Nile virus,Hantavirus, Chikungunya, etc. The University is undergoing anexciting phase of research infrastructure expansion, including a$7M federal investment to renovate and expand the existingBSL3/A-BSL3 into 6 biocontainment suites, with shared equipmentspaces and biocontainment entry/exit showers, for Select Agent,biodefense, and/or emerging infectious disease research. Topcandidates will expand and complement the existing strengths of themicrobiology and immunology faculty. Candidates are expected tocontribute to the training and teaching of professional,postgraduate, and graduate learners, as well as provideinstitutional service. Candidates will join a highly-collaborative,multidisciplinary research community, and will be provided withnewly renovated laboratory space along with generous start-up fundsand competitive compensation packages. The University and Collegehave numerous Centers of Excellence and core facilities to supportresearch efforts, including the Advanced Microscopy and ImagingCenter, Flow Cytometry Core, Microbiome Consortium, ElectronMicroscopy Core, Histology Core, and other integrated corefacilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidate requirements include a PhD and/or MD degree, anoutstanding track record of research accomplishments/publications,and evidence of external funding from NIH or other nationalagencies. Excellent communication skills are required, both writtenand in person. A commitment to the training and education ofgraduate and medical students is required. Candidates must maintainan extramurally-funded research program.
Applications must include: (1) A cover letter; (2) CV; (3) Researchsummary (4 pages maximum), including past accomplishments, currentstudies, and future plans; and (4) Names and full contactinformation for three references.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidate requirements include a PhD and/or MD degree, anoutstanding track record of research accomplishments/publications,and evidence of external funding from NIH or other nationalagencies. Excellent communication skills are required, both writtenand in person. A commitment to the training and education ofgraduate and medical students is required. Candidates must maintainan extramurally-funded research program.
Applications must include: (1) A cover letter; (2) CV; (3) Researchsummary (4 pages maximum), including past accomplishments, currentstudies, and future plans; and (4) Names and full contactinformation for three references.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, theUniversity of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further thiseffort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus MedicalCenter is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free.Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine(nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required healthscreenings for the position. With the exception of positions withinUniversity of Toledo Main Campus and the University of ToledoCollege of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer isconditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test andOccupational Health clearance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. TheUniversity of Toledo does not discriminate in employment,educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color,religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation,gender identity and expression, military or veteran status,disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the bestand brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation toindividuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation tocomplete this application, or for testing or interviewing, pleasecontact the HR Compliance at or between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. orapply online for an accommodation request.
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Advertised: 06 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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