DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY AND CENTER FOR VACCINE DEVELOPMENT FACULTY POSITIONS

DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY AND CENTER FOR VACCINE DEVELOPMENT FACULTY POSITIONS

Baltimore, Maryland

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology and the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine are recruiting new or established investigators for multiple positions in all fields of microbiology, including immunology, bacteriology, parasitology, and virology. Expected rank is Assistant, Associate or full Professor. However, rank and tenure status are dependent on the candidate’s qualifications.

The Department and the School of Medicine have significant strengths in microbial pathogenesis, vaccine development, HIV biology, genome sciences, inflammation, innate and adaptive immunity, clinical infectious diseases and international research and training. The Department offers excellent laboratory facilities, competitive salary and startup packages, and access to numerous core facilities including state-of-the-art BSL3 and ABSL3 facilities. The CVD comprises a multi-disciplinary team of faculty whose primary mission is to develop and implement vaccines and other interventions to reduce the burden of infection throughout the world.

We are particularly interested in candidates with interests or experience in either vaccine development for viral pathogens or immune responses to Plasmodium infections. Successful candidates are expected to maintain active research programs and participate in department teaching and service opportunities. Interested applicants are invited to submit their application using the following link: https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=190000U7&lang=en

Consideration of candidates will begin upon receipt of applications and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. 

For questions please contact Dr. William Jackson at Wjackson@som.umaryland.edu

The University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Maryland School of Medicine are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.