Investigator - Transfusion Medicine

Overview

Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI) is the largest blood-focused research institute in the United States. With over 30 basic, translational, and clinical researchers, the institute is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and developing innovative therapies related to blood and blood disorders. The institute's research interests encompass a wide range of topics, including transfusion medicine, cellular therapy, thrombosis/hemostasis, immunology, and hematologic malignancies.

As a vital part of Versiti, a non‑profit organization with a blood bank at its core, the VBRI strives to improve lives through innovative research and the development of novel diagnostics and treatments.

VBRI is part of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Campus, a rapidly growing clinical‑translational research hub. VBRI’s proximity to the Medical College of Wisconsin, Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, and Froedtert Hospital facilitates seamless interdisciplinary collaborations. A range of exemplary core facilities support highly competitive research. In the summer of 2024, construction of a new research building will start, doubling existing VBRI research space to enable the recruitment of 10‑15 new faculty.

With its renowned researchers, strategic expansion plans and location in a highly collaborative environment, the VBRI is poised to maintain and expand its position as one of the leading hematology institutes in the world.

Transfusion Medicine Faculty Positions in Basic and/or Translational Research

We seek to grow our Transfusion Medicine, Vascular Biology and Cell Therapy Program by recruiting innovative investigators with research interests in transfusion medicine and related fields such as cell therapy, gene therapy, glycobiology, and vascular biology. Applicants at all academic ranks with Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degrees are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates will develop or maintain independently funded basic and/or translational research programs.

For physician‑scientists, clinical transfusion medicine duties (up to 20% effort) may include blood bank oversight, transfusion consultations, therapeutic apheresis, and quality assurance activities. These positions provide attractive start‑up packages and outstanding opportunities for collaboration with basic, translational, and clinical investigators. The VBRI is located on the same campus as the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, and Froedtert Hospital, which facilitates collaboration, provides additional research breadth, and enables access to graduate students.

VBRI faculty typically hold an appointment at MCW, including clinical departments, to facilitate translational research.

Benefits
Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full‑time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short‑ and Long‑term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.

Why Join the Versiti Blood Research Institute?

The Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI), located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is focused on innovative blood and vascular research. The VBRI provides a unique academic environment, reflected by its long record of scientific excellence and innovation since its founding over seventy years ago. The VBRI is strategically strengthening its programs to promote both mechanistic and clinical‑translational science. We are committed to impactful, rigorous science that can change lives.

The VBRI currently houses 31 principal investigators in four Programs:
Thrombosis and Hemostasis;
Transfusion Medicine, Vascular Biology and Cell Therapy;
Hematopoiesis; and Immunohematology. The VBRI has started a significant expansion of its research capacity with plans for adding 14 new principal investigators in the next 5 to 7 years. Designs for a new 60,000 – 80,000 ft² research building are under development with completion anticipated in 2026.

The VBRI is part of Versiti, a not‑for‑profit…