Assistant​/Associate​/Professor - Virology, RNA virus, emerging viruses

Position: Assistant / Associate / Professor - Virology, RNA virus, emerging viruses
Classification

Title:

Assistant / Associate / Professor - Virology, RNA virus, emerging viruses

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D.

Job Description:

The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track position at the ranks of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Virology. Our faculty includes some of the brightest and most innovative scholars spanning the virology and genetics disciplines. The Department continues a major expansion of the faculty as part of a 5-year strategic plan (see accompanying ad for geneticist).

We invite you to learn more about us by visiting (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). We are seeking two outstanding, creative investigators in any area of virology.

UF has 70 virology research laboratories situated across seven colleges and institutes that are supported by state-of-the-art resources and centers in immunology. vector biology, metabolomics, and oncogene sis. UF is also developing a world-class artificial intelligence (AI) research infrastructure to support investigators. Research spans many virus families, with existing strengths in arboviruses, tumor viruses, polymicrobial interactions, and neurovirology. We are particularly interested in recruiting candidates who will build a research program that complements these existing strengths.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop or have created a vibrant, externally funded research program, participate in graduate-level teaching, and recruit and mentor outstanding trainees.

The positions offer outstanding research space, a highly collaborative environment, and substantial start-up packages.

Expected Salary:

Annual salary range is $110,000 - $230,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D.

Preferred:

Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in the biomedical sciences or a related field of study.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All applicants MUST apply online through Careers at UF.

Applications received by August 31, 2026 will receive full consideration. Pre-/post-submission inquiries should be directed to Dr. Stephanie Karst (skarst) or Dr. David Bloom (dbloom). If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

In order to be considered, you must upload references, cover letter, CV, Research Statement, Teaching Statement, and contact information for three references.

A Criminal Background check is required, and this is not a remote work position. It is located on the University of Florida main campus in Gainesville, FL.

If selected as one of the final candidates, three letters of recommendation must be provided.

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) .

We Offer Exceptional Benefits:

* Low-cost State Health Plans:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* Life and Disability Insurance

* Generous Retirement Options to secure your future

* Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages: (includes over 10 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick and vacation leave)

* Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities:
Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, Linked In Learning, and more

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

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