Faculty Position in Immunology, Microbiology & Virology

Faculty Position in Immunology, Microbiology & Virology

Department of Virology, Immunology & Microbiology

BU Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

The Department of Virology, Immunology, & Microbiology at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The position comes with competitive salary, generous start-up support, and ample BSL2/ BSL2+ laboratory space. We welcome applications from scientists with programs studying immune responses to infection, virology, and/or other branches of microbiology. Candidates must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree, with a demonstrated record of productivity and scientific excellence, and plans to develop a creative and independent research program.

The successful applicant will join a collaborative and vibrant department that values creativity, collaboration, and social and cultural diversity of our faculty, staff, and students. Research strengths in the department encompass molecular virology, viral pathogenesis, and innate and adaptive immune responses to viral and bacterial infection. The department is located on the Boston University Medical Campus, which supports state-of-the-art core facilities and includes several centers of excellence offering rich collaborative opportunities. For more information, please visit our website: (https://www.bumc.bu.edu/virol-immunol-microbio/).

Applicants should submit the following items to kfurness@bu.edu: cover letter, curriculum vitae including full list of publications, research statement with a description of significant research accomplishments and future research plans, and names and email addresses of three persons who are willing to provide letters of recommendation. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning in October 2024 until the position is filled.

(Boston University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to building and maintaining robust diversity within all components of its community, and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and under-represented minorities.)