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Faculty Positions in Microbiology and Immunology – Vector-borne diseases

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of South Alabama, Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine is recruiting individuals who are dedicated to excellence in research, teaching, and training the next generation of biomedical research scientists. We invite applications for a tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of assistant professor. We seek individuals with active research in vector-borne diseases, with a preference for virology and/or host-vector-pathogen interactions. Applicants whose research complements the Department’s programs focused on host defense and infectious diseases are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent degree with a strong record of research productivity. The position is supported by a competitive start-up package with excellent laboratory and core facilities including state-of-the-art ABSL-2/3 and ACL-2/3. Ample opportunities exist for interdisciplinary interactions with basic, translational, and clinical investigators in the College of Medicine, the Center for Lung Biology, and the Mitchell Cancer Institute. For additional information about the Department, visit www.usahealthsystem.com/microbiology. The University of South Alabama is located in historic Mobile, Alabama, a vibrant city located near beautiful gulf coast beaches.

Review of applications will begin in September 14th and will continue until the positions are filled.  Applications should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of current research accomplishments and future goals, and the names and contact information for three or more references as a single PDF document to the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, C/o Meredith Moody at: mmoody@southalabama.edu.