Research Faculty - Microbial Infection and Immunity (Open Rank/Track Faculty)
The Department of Microbial Infection and Immunity at The Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center seeks to recruit two tenure-track faculty, at any rank, who apply computational and systems approaches to address important questions in microbiology or immunology. One candidate will focus on the immunology of infectious diseases, and one will have a concentration in the microbiota and microbial systems biology. Candidates at all levels should have an MD, MD/PhD, or PhD in immunology or microbiology with extensive experience in computational approaches, documented evidence of high-quality, impactful research, and a strong commitment to education and collaborative research at a major university.
Current strengths of the Department include innate and adaptive immunity, mucosal pathogens, biofilms, autoimmunity, intracellular parasitism, and vaccines. The Department has outstanding facilities and support, including a vibrant collaborative research community, an open laboratory environment that promotes interactions, and state-of-the-art core facilities. The Department is closely affiliated with the Infectious Disease Institute, the Center for Microbiome Sciences, the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology, and other OSU Institutes and Centers.
The successful applicant will be expected to develop and maintain an extramurally funded research program and participate in graduate and medical student education. Candidates who are mid-level or senior will have an established research program with ongoing extramural funding, and an impactful publication record. Faculty will be provided with a competitive salary and start-up package.
Complete applications include a letter of interest,
curriculum vitae , a brief description of research plans and statements on teaching, and a list of three potential references. Applications are requested by March 31st, 2024, but will be accepted until the positions are filled.
The Ohio State University campus is in Columbus, the capital city of Ohio. Columbus is the Midwest's fastest-growing city and the nation's 14th largest metropolis. Columbus offers a diverse array of welcoming neighborhoods with outstanding public schools and a vibrant arts and culture scene.
The Ohio State University is committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment, encouraging all members of our community to reach their full potential. We are responsive to dual-career families and strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutional policies. To build a diverse workforce, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other basis under the law.
Flexible work options are available. EEO/AA employer .
Required Qualifications
PhD, or MD/PhD required.
Location:
Biomedical Research Tower (0112)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
First Shift
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