Assistant Professor Immunology

SUNY Upstate Medical University:
Assistant Professor Immunology

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at SUNY Upstate Medical University invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is a New York State employee position with exceptional benefits and representation by the United University Professions (UUP) union.

The successful candidate will establish and maintain an independent, extramurally funded translational research program and mentor and train graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, MD/PhD students, and other trainees. Scientific output will be shared through publication in the peer reviewed scientific literature and presentations at scientific meetings. Collaboration with basic science and clinical investigators across departments is expected, as is participation in graduate and medical student teaching.

Additional responsibilities include contributing to departmental leadership, college, and university service activities, and pursuing collaborative opportunities for clinical translation of research findings.

Candidate must hold a PhD, MD, and/or equivalent degree with independent research experience in either translational or basic immunology. Applicants must demonstrate a publication record, along with demonstrated expertise in immunological techniques, animal models, and/or translational research approaches. Evidence of competence in teaching, mentoring, and training at graduate and postdoctoral levels is preferred. Candidates with a track record of securing independent funding will be given preference.

Upstate Medical University is a vibrant academic medical center in Syracuse, NY, with the city and its suburbs offering cultural events and nationally recognized public and private schools. The Upstate campus is located on University Hill along with Syracuse University and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, creating opportunities for scientific exchange and collaborations.

At SUNY Upstate Medical University we strive to promote a professional environment that encourages varied perspectives from faculty members with diverse life experiences. A respect for diversity is one of our core values. We are committed to recruiting and supporting a rich community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We actively seek applications from women and members of underrepresented groups to contribute to the diversity of our university community in support of our teaching, research and clinical missions