Associate​/Full Professor - Department of Microbiology and Immunology

Associate/Full Professor - Department of Microbiology and Immunology (# 375044)
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN

Type:
Full-Time
Salary: $149,000 - $265,000 per year
Category:
Biology

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology and the Institute on Infectious Diseases (UMIID) at the University of Minnesota Medical School invites applications for two tenure-track/tenured faculty positions to be filled at the Associate or full Professor level. We seek scientists working in basic virology, immune response to infection, and innate immunity. Successful candidates will have established a competitive research program focusing on emerging viruses, virus-host interactions, viral pathogenesis, systems virology, the immune response to infection including virus anti-body interactions and virus and host RNA metabolism, or innate immunity.

UMN offers an intellectually vibrant, collegial, and inclusive research community spanning multiple colleges, centers, institutes, and core facilities. Candidates will help to further the scholastic mission of the department and the Institute on Infectious Diseases through robust innovative research programs and by aiding in teaching and training of undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows. Additional information about the Department of Microbiology & Immunology is available at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

and UMIID at: /umiid

Minimum qualifications:

PhD, MD, or equivalent in a relevant field of study, plus applicable faculty experience.

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology (DMI) is a basic science department in the University of Minnesota (UMN) School of Medicine. Our faculty focus on the study of microorganism and host interactions, and engage in translational research to build and evaluate preclinical and clinical applications of research discoveries aimed at mitigating disease. The department seeks to build on our rich history as we pursue transformational research.

DMI faculty have a strong focus on immunology, virology, bacteriology, and fungal biology and they include research and training activities encompassing studies of microbial physiology and genetics, the immune response to infection based around a central theme of interrogating the systems biology of infection, immunity, and diseases.

The University and its Medical School launched the Institute on Infectious Diseases (UMIID) to leverage its experience coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic. The U mounted an early and rapid response to that threat harnessing a range of expertise to find answers when they were needed most. That experience taught us that this is not a "one and done" event, and that our array of diverse expertise at the U of M is well-suited to tackling this continuing challenge.

The Institute leverages partners across the U of M - including the Medical School's adult and pediatric infectious disease programs as well as researchers in immunology, microbiology, pharmacy, engineering in medicine, public health, veterinary medicine, and environmental science.

Pay Range: $149,000 to $265,000 annually; depending on rank and education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type:
Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.