"Assistant Professor of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology (req31299)"

Position Summary

Faculty Position in Molecular Genetics & Microbiology aligned with Autophagy, Inflammation and Metabolism (AIM) Center.

The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine (http://mgm.unm.edu/index.html) is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor.

Areas of interest should be aligned with AIM Center including immunology, microbiology, virology, infectious diseases, vaccines, autoimmunity, inflammatory diseases, and immunometabolism.

The successful candidate will benefit from the programmatic opportunities through the AIM Center and will have exceptional opportunities for synergism and interactions with the UNM HSC signature programs.

Appointment will be in the Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful applicant will develop a rigorous research program on autophagy and immunology, inflammation, or metabolism; participate in AIM COBRE and departmental activities including graduate and medical school teaching.

Job duties

• Develop a strong independent research program that is competitive for external funding from the NIH and other sources.
• Teach medical students as part of the Phase 1 curriculum.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional research training mission by teaching in graduate school courses and mentoring graduate students and postdocs.
• Participate in AIM Center activities and initiatives.
• Provide service supporting the department's administrative, educational, and scholarly missions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong record of scientific accomplishments aligned with the themes of the AIM Center https://www.autophagy.center/, (including, immunology, infectious disease, immune disorders, immunometabolism, autoimmunity, diabetes and obesity, aging, degenerative diseases, vaccines, inflammation or metabolism in disease).
• Strong evidence of potential for achieving R01-level funding in the areas described above.
• Outstanding publication and training record.
• Potential for research and educational interactions with members of the Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology.
• Synergy with AIM COBRE and UNM HSC Signature Programs.
• Prior experience contributing to research education as a mentor.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please include the following: CV, Cover letter, Research Statement and List of References.

For additional information, you may contact Sally Ann Garcia, Search Coordinator, (505) 272-9374, SanGarcia@salud.unm.edu

For best consideration, please apply by 2/1/2025. This position will remain open until filled.