"Professor - Microbiology"

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Professor - Microbiology

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine invites applications for faculty positions at the level of Full Professor (tenure track). Requirements for the position include a Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree. Candidates applying for Full Professor will have a track record of federal funding and maintaining a nationally recognized research program. Preferred areas of research include those that fit within or expand upon the Department’s activity in the areas of microbial pathogenesis (bacterial, viral, fungal, parasitic), host-microbe interactions, antimicrobial resistance, and immunology.

Successful applicants will receive a competitive salary and startup package. Additional Departmental and institutional resources include AAALAC-accredited animal facilities, BSL3 laboratory space, and state-of-the-art core facilities that support genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, flow cytometry, metabolomics, imaging and microscopy. For additional information about the Department, the College of Medicine, and OUHC, please visit our website at https://basicsciences.ouhsc.edu/mi.

Interested candidates should provide a single PDF that contains: 1) a cover letter that briefly outlines training, research interests and relevant teaching experience; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) a 1-2 page summary of current and proposed research. The application, as well as three letters of recommendation (provided separately by the referees) should be submitted to Ginnia-Smith@ou.edu. Please include ‘Faculty Position#00101325, Microbiology & Immunology’ in the email Subject line. This position is open until filled, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

For specific questions about this position, please contact Ginnia Smith, Faculty Affairs, Dept. of Microbiology & Immunology, at Ginnia-Smith@ou.edu.

The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine is launching Project 150, a bold initiative to recruit 150 faculty and build nationally recognized strength in biomedical research. We seek outstanding investigators across disciplines and recruits will have access to state-of-the-art resources, robust start-up packages, and unique opportunities for cross-campus collaboration to drive discovery and improve the health of Oklahomans and beyond.