The American Association of Immunologists

The Department of Immunology at UT Southwestern invites applications for two tenure track faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor. Successful applicants should have a PhD or MD degree, at least two years of postdoctoral training and an exceptional publication record. The candidate selected will be expected to establish an independent research program in an appropriate area in immunology and to train graduate students and postdoctoral fellows as members of our nationally recognized graduate programs in Immunology and Infectious Diseases. Highly qualified individuals in all areas of immunology are urged to apply; however, we are specifically interested in recruiting investigators with research interests in one of the following:

• Immune system genomics
• Hematopoietic cancers and stem cell immunobiology
• Infectious diseases and mucosal immunology

Generous startup packages and research laboratory space are available through the Endowed Scholars program at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Details on this program are available at:

http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/education/programs/nondegree-programs/other-programs/endowed-scholars-program/index.html

The research environment at UT Southwestern is highly collaborative and includes a variety of core facilities that provide access to cutting edge research technologies at highly subsidized prices. Successful candidates will be joining an interactive and distinguished faculty that includes five Nobel Laureates, thirteen members of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, and twenty members of the National Academy of Sciences.

To apply: Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a description of research interests (2-3 pages), and have three letters of reference sent/forwarded to: Faculty Search Committee, c/o Andrea Gonzales, Department of Immunology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75390-9093. Applications may also be submitted digitally by emailing PDF documents to: andrea.gonzales@utsouthwestern.edu.

UT Southwestern is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of South Alabama invites applications for a faculty position in Immunology at the rank of associate or full professor. We seek candidates studying host defense mechanisms against microbial pathogens, although outstanding candidates with research interests in other areas of immunology are also encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must hold a PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or DVM/PhD degree and have a strong record of research productivity and current extramural funding. For established investigators, additional positions for collaborative investigators will be considered. Participation in teaching medical and graduate students is expected. The Department has an active research group focused on intracellular, select agent pathogens. In addition to renovated laboratory space in the Medical Sciences Building, the Department includes a new BSL2/BSL3/ABSL3 laboratory building, the Laboratory of Infectious Diseases, to be completed in June 2013. This facility will provide contiguous office, meeting, and dedicated lab space incorporating state-of-the-art biosafety and biosecurity features. Interdisciplinary interactions with basic, translational, and clinical investigators in the College of Medicine, the Center for Lung Biology and the Mitchell Cancer Institute are also available. For additional information about the Department, visit www.usahealthsystem.com/microbiology.

To apply: Please submit a curriculum vitae, a description of current and future research plans, and the names and contact information of three references to David O. Wood, PhD, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, 5851 USA Drive North, Room 2102, Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002. Application materials are best sent via email to pcouling@southalabama.edu. Applications will be reviewed beginning June 15, 2013. The position will remain open until filled.

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer.

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor, research track. The position comes with a joint appointment within the Center of Immunology and Autoimmune Diseases at the Institute of Molecular Medicine.

The Department of Otorhinlaryngology (https://med.uth.edu/orl/) is a rapidly growing department with an interest in developing its research section. A successful candidate must have a Ph.D. with a strong background and publication record in immunologic studies and will be expected to maintain an active research program. The candidate’s future research plans need to advance understanding immunologic dysfunction of Otorhinolaryngologic diseases.

To apply: A detailed curriculum vitae and a statement elucidating the candidate’s research program should be submitted online at https://jobs.uth.tmc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=362906. In addition, a letter of interest should be sent to:

Dr. Amber Luong, Assistant Professor and Director of Research, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, 6431 Fannin Street, MSB 5.036, Houston, TX 77030. Email: amber.u.luong@uth.tmc.edu.

Applications will be treated in confidence. We are actively interviewing and would like to complete interview process by August 2013.

The University of Texas Medical School is one of 6 institutions that make up the University of Texas Health Science Center. The Institute of Molecular Medicine (http://www.uthouston.edu/imm/) is a component of the medical school with 9 research centers with a mission to translate basic science discoveries to novel medical therapies.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. UTHealth is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable disability accommodations will be provided, as needed. Additionally, UTHealth extends a preference in employment under Chapter 657 of the Texas Government Code to certain wartime veterans as well as widows and orphans of those killed on active duty.

Memorial University of Newfoundland invites applications for the position of Head of the Department of Biochemistry. The Headship is for a renewable three-year term, to be filled at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The Head reports directly to the Dean of Science.

The Department of Biochemistry (http://www.mun.ca/biochem) is located on the main campus of Memorial University in St. John’s; it has 19 faculty, 3 cross and adjunct appointments, and an active graduate program (M.Sc. and PhD). The Department’s teaching and research cover a wide range of topics, with particular strengths in biochemistry and molecular biology, nutrition and metabolism, and food science.

The Department is seeking a Head who will take an active leadership role in fostering new growth and future development of the Department. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D., and currently hold a position with a rank equivalent to Associate Professor or above; an excellent teaching and research record; and will be expected to maintain an active research program. Administrative experience will be considered during the selection process.

To apply: Letters of application, including a statement of how the Department might develop under the candidate’s leadership, a detailed curriculum vitae, and the names of three referees, should be sent to:

Dr. Mark Abrahams, Dean, Faculty of Science, VPA-BIOC-2012-001, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, NL, A1B 3X7 Canada; Fax #: 709-864-3316; Email: deansci@mun.ca.

Applications will be treated in confidence. The deadline for receipt of applications is June 15, 2013. The appointment is expected to take effect January 1, 2014, or as soon thereafter as is mutually agreeable.

Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada. As the province’s only university, Memorial University plays an integral role in the educational and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 18,000 students, Memorial University provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in St. John’s, a safe friendly city with great historical charm, a vibrant cultural life, and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, at Western University, is inviting applications for the position of Chair in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology.

Microbiology & Immunology is a vibrant department with strengths in basic and clinical research in host pathogen relationships centered on studies of infectious disease, inflammation, cancer and the host microbiome. The Department has approximately 40,000 square feet of laboratory space and access to many core facilities located at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, and at the Robarts Research Institute. The department has a strong undergraduate program including Honours programs in Microbiology & Immunology and Biochemistry of Infection and Immunity. The Department has an innovative graduate program consisting of both basic and clinically relevant aspects of microbiology, immunology and cancer. In addition, the Department provides teaching to medical, dental, science and health science students through undergraduate programs in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and the Faculties of Science and Health Sciences. The department plays an integral role in the Centre for Human Immunology, a city-wide initiative.

The successful candidate should have a demonstrated track record of research excellence and have a reputation for effective interpersonal, administrative and leadership skills. The new Chair will be expected to support the research, educational and interdisciplinary initiatives of the Department, to help maintain the positive forward momentum of the Department and to develop new initiatives in research/scholarship. The successful candidate will be expected to strengthen bridges across both clinical and basic science departments and Institutes with a view towards developing translational opportunities. The successful candidate must have a MD, DDS, PhD or equivalent, and would receive a tenured academic appointment at the level of associate or full professor, as appropriate to their record of accomplishment in teaching and research. Candidates with a research program complementing existing research strengths are particularly encouraged to apply. The position of Chair is for a five year term, renewable.

Details about the Department of Microbiology & Immunology can be found at http://www.uwo.ca/mni/; the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at www.schulich.uwo.ca; and Western University at www.uwo.ca.

To apply: Interested candidates should submit a CV outlining their research, teaching, and administrative experience and interests, including future directions, together with the names and addresses of three referees to:

Dr. Michael Strong, Dean, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Room 3701A, Clinical Skills Building, Western University, London, Ontario N6A 5C1; FAX: (519) 850-2357; selection.committee@schulich.uwo.ca.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applicants will begin after June 1, 2013.

Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) is seeking to fill a full-time tenure-track Instructor I position to start summer – fall 2013. The successful candidate will be broadly committed to maintaining and improving the microbiology and immunology undergraduate program. He or she will primarily be responsible for two laboratory project courses that teach experimental techniques in the context of real research projects that emphasize critical thinking, problem solving, experimental design, interpretation of data and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include guiding lab activities to foster the development of essential skills and techniques, mentoring students in developing and carrying out short-term research projects, grading, training and supervising TAs to assist students and grade lab reports, supervising the lab periods, using integrative lectures to provide feedback and assistance to the entire class and guiding students in writing up their results in the form of a scientific paper that will be published on-line as part of the department’s “Journal of Experimental Microbiology and Immunology”. He or she will also maintain lab resources including a collection of bacterial strains, edit and prepare the “Journal of Experimental Microbiology and Immunology” for the departmental website, oversee the maintenance of lab equipment, and facilitate the incorporation of new experimental approaches into the course.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Immunology, or a related molecular or cellular life science, the ability to assess and direct research projects in the areas of microbiology and immunology, and some relevant teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Post-doctoral research or teaching experience would be an asset.

To apply: Applicants should provide a curriculum vitae that describes previous research and teaching experience, a statement of teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. In addition, the applicant should arrange for at least three referees to send letters of reference. The application and reference letters should be sent electronically to Deanna Shew at deanna.shew@ubc.ca or mailed to Ms. Deanna Shew at Department of Microbiology & Immunology, UBC, 2350 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3. Review of completed applications with reference letters will begin on June 1st 2013.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Applications are desired from candidates who have enthusiasm for investigative or translational research at the interface of the nervous and immune systems. This individual will be able to integrate with existing research strengths in the School of Veterinary Medicine and on the UC Davis campus. Ph.D. required with advanced training in neuroimmunology. DVM/Ph.D.s are encouraged to apply. Candidates are expected to have or to establish and maintain a strong extramurally funded research program. Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere. Demonstrated Postdoctoral research experience is required. Record of publication in high quality journals is preferred. Applications are desired from candidates who have enthusiasm for investigative or translational research at the interface of the nervous and immune systems. Candidates with a demonstrated aptitude/experience in professional and/or graduate education would best complement the diverse curriculum of the School and the graduate programs at UC Davis. Office and laboratory space are available in a new, state-of-the art research facility. The department’s research and teaching programs closely collaborate with other campus-wide programs and resources in the Schools of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, the California National Primate Research Center, the Center for Comparative Medicine, the College of Biological Science, the MIND Institute, the Center for Neuroscience, and the UCDMC Cancer Center.

To receive fullest consideration, applications must be received by June 1, 2013; the position remains open until filled.

To apply: Electronic submission of applications is required. Submit application with letter of intent outlining special interest in the position, overall related qualifications, experience, and research/teaching goals, curriculum vita, three representative reprints, and names of three references (including address, telephone number and e-mail address for each) to https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF00063.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

The Department of Immunology at the University of Connecticut Health Center seeks an outstanding investigator for a tenure track position at the Assistant/Associate/Full Professor level.

Although all areas of immunology will be considered, we are particularly interested in individuals using molecular, cellular and translational approaches to study immune system function in vivo. Areas of priority include but are not limited to mucosal immunity including the microbiome, innate immunity, signal transduction and transcriptional control, and dendritic cell biology.

The new hire will participate in a vibrant Ph.D. training program and have access to a growing translational research community. Salary and start-up funds are highly competitive and outstanding core facilities are available. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. and for senior appointments a history of sustained extramural funding and a high impact publication record. In addition to the beauty of the picturesque New England countryside. The Hartford area offers a vibrant arts and cultural scene and an exceptional outdoor sports environment.

To apply: Applicants should apply at https://jobs.uchc.edu search number 2012-067 and submit curriculum vitae, a two-page summary of research interests and the names of three references. Information may also be submitted to Dr. Leo Lefrançois. Ph.D., Chairman, Department of Immunology, UConn Health Center, Farmington, CT, 06030. Email: Immunology@uchc.edu. Please note: Applications will be accepted only through immunology@uchc.edu. For further information on UCHC immunology, please visit http://Immune.uchc.edu.

UCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/PwD.

For further information on UCHC immunology, please visit http://Immune.uchc.edu.

We wish to recruit a senior lead investigator in any area related to immunology, however, we would welcome new initiatives in innate immunity, immune cell signalling, in vivo imaging, and systems-level analysis of infection and immunity. We are seeking to attract an outstanding scientist with the breadth of vision, the ability, energy and reputation to give strong academic leadership in the field, an established track record of publication and funding, and the ability to attract excellent colleagues and students. A Readership level appointment is a recognition of an international reputation in research, with a career on an upward trajectory that will lead to a promotion to full Professor within the next few years.

Grade/Salary Scale: UE09 (£47,314 – £53,233)

To apply: Apply online and view further details at our website www.ed.ac.uk/jobs

Ref: 010724

Closing date for applications is April 19th 2013.

About us
IIIR is part of the School of Biological Sciences, one of the UKs largest and most highly-rated life sciences departments. We provide an innovative environment for research and teaching with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research. IIIR’s research ranges from immunology to parasite biology, host-pathogen interactions to disease processes and vaccine development to mathematical and evolutionary modelling of infection. For more details see: http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/biology/immunology-infection/home. The Wellcome Trust‐funded Centre for Immunity, Infection and Evolution (http://ciie.bio.ed.ac.uk/) is hosted by IIIR.

Contact us:

Informal contact with Professor David Gray (d.gray@ed.ac.uk) (+44 131 650 5500)

The Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure academic-clinician track. Applicants must have an M.D. degree and have demonstrated excellent qualifications in education and clinical care. Experience in Infectious Diseases, Global Health and/or advanced training Public Health (e.g., MPH) is desirable. Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Infectious Diseases.

The candidate will serve as Director of the Global Health Track for the Internal Medicine Residency Training Program of the Department of Medicine, helping to organize curriculum for training in global health through course work and clinical experiences in Philadelphia and internationally. The candidate will attend on the inpatient Infectious Diseases service 8 weeks annually and conduct an outpatient Infectious Diseases clinic one-half day per week.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

To apply:Apply for this position online at http://www.med.upenn.edu/apps/faculty_ad/index.php/g349.

The Institute for Immunology at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the tenure track. Applicants must have an M.D or M.D./Ph.D. degree. B/C, B/E in Internal Medicine.

This is a joint recruitment with the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine.

Through this program, we seek to recruit outstanding physician scientists interested in the interface between basic investigation and translational medicine. Faculty members in the Penn Scholars in Molecular Medicine will have appointments in both the Institute for Immunology and the Department of Medicine. In addition to providing an environment rich in scientific mentorship and collaboration, appointees to the Penn Scholars in Molecular Medicine program will receive generous start up packages to support the establishment of a robust research program.

The successful applicant will direct a productive, independent basic or translational research program in addition to complementary clinical service and teaching. Applicants are being considered in all immunology-related disciplines.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply: Visit http://www.med.upenn.edu/apps/faculty_ad/index.php/d3203.

The School of Public Policy, University of Maryland, College Park, is developing a major thrust in regulatory science – aimed at improving public decisions in complex scientific and technological fields. The initial focus will be on life sciences and health-related areas, including biopharmaceuticals, food and water safety, biodefense and emerging infections, and the technologies that support these diverse fields. To advance this effort, the School seeks to hire a visiting research scholar for an appointment of one year; the appointment may be renewed for a second year, subject to the availability of funding. The research scholar will focus on the role of standards in life sciences and regulatory policy and will help the School develop a significant research and educational program to advance the field. The research scholar will be based at the School of Public Policy and at the Global Biological Standards Institute in Washington, DC, which is developing a robust program of regulatory science. The research scholar will have an outstanding opportunity to develop strong relationships with members of the regulatory science community, both inside and outside government, and with faculty and researchers on the University of Maryland campus. The research scholar will help design and initiate the implementation of a research program in regulatory science and standards, with a major publication (a book, research monograph, or major article) as an intended product of the appointment.

The Maryland School of Public Policy is a top-ranked graduate school with a faculty of scholars and distinguished practitioners. The School offers a Master of Public Policy degree primarily for pre-career students and a Masters of Public Management degree primarily for mid-career students. Its PhD program was recently rated among the top ten nationally by the National Research Council. The School also offers executive (degree and non-degree) programs for career executives in federal, state, and international agencies. The University of Maryland is inside the Washington Beltway, within thirty minutes of federal agencies, key international associations, and many non-profit and private policy-research organizations. The Global Biological Standards Institute (GBSI) is a 501(c)(3) research organization based in Washington, dedicated to advancing life science standards through policy initiatives, thought leadership, and education. This position is a joint project of the School and GBSI.

Candidates for this position should have an earned doctorate in a related area of science, technology, public policy, law or medicine, and should have a demonstrable research record in their chosen specialty. Applicants should submit a copy of their curriculum vitae, the names of three experts who can speak to their experience and potential for major contributions, and a short (3-4 page) proposal describing the research they intend to carry out during their appointment and their ideas for a larger program of research in this area. Applications are encouraged from early-career scholars (recent doctorates seeking postdoctoral experience), as well as from mid-career scholars as visiting researchers. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position will remain open until filled, but for best consideration materials should be submitted by March 31, 2013. The appointment will begin as soon as possible after the position is filled.

To apply: Visit http://jobs.umd.edu to locate the position announcement and apply online. Application materials sent outside of the online system will not be accepted. Applicants may also visit www.publicpolicy.umd.edu/employment/faculty-jobs for more information.

The University of Maryland actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not
discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, gender, color, sexual orientation,
physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are
encouraged to apply.

The Department of Biological Sciences, College of Sciences, Old Dominion University, invites applications for tenure track/tenured Faculty positions (beginning July 2013) at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level as part of a continuing major recruitment initiative. We are interested in molecular or cellular immunologists employing contemporary molecular biology approaches. A successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain a vigorous research program that will attract peer-reviewed funding, and provide excellent education to our graduate and undergraduate students. All applicants must have a Ph.D., M.D. or an equivalent degree in immunology or a closely related field. Applicants at the Associate Professor or Professor level must demonstrate substantial research accomplishments, a consistent record of independent peer-reviewed funding, and have active competitive grants. Interactions are encouraged with other departments/units of the College and the University as well as the Eastern Virginia Medical School. A cross-appointment with the Center for Molecular Medicine (Chris D. Platsoucas, Ph.D., Center Director) is available. State salary support and competitive start-up packages are available. The Department of Biological Sciences receives substantial support from state funds as well as from research grants from federal and other granting agencies. The Department has strong Ph.D. and M.S. graduate programs that currently enroll over 100 students. The Department’s website is http://ww2.sci.odu.edu/biology/

The College of Sciences and the Department of Biological Sciences are undergoing a major expansion of their research and educational programs. Four new faculty members joined the Department of Biological Sciences over the last one and a half years. Over the last five years, research grant expenditures in the College of Sciences have increased by 48% to $16.4 million in FY2012. Old Dominion University (www.odu.edu) is a state-supported, Carnegie doctoral research extensive institution enrolling more than 24,000 students including 6,000 graduate students.

To apply: Interested individuals should submit curriculum vitae, a statement of research achievements and research plans, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses and phone numbers of three references to Wayne Hynes, Ph.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Biological Sciences, Mills Godwin Building, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529 at IMMsearch@odu.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

Old Dominion University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Applications are invited for the position of Head, Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba to a tenure track/tenure position at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor commensurate with qualifications and experience for a five year term commencing October 1, 2013 or as soon thereafter as possible.

We are seeking an outstanding individual to provide leadership for the Department of Immunology at the University of Manitoba. We are seeking a person who considers the leadership of innovation a pivotal endeavor. This is a challenging but exceptional opportunity for a qualified individual to contribute to the ongoing success of the Faculty of Medicine and to create a new level of interdisciplinary research and collaboration in a strong department with complementary and diverse skills.

The University of Manitoba, Faculty of Medicine is a major centre of medical education and research linked to sister institutions throughout Canada and the world. It offers a full range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs embracing basic biomedical sciences, clinical medicine and population health. The Department of Immunology, the first created in North America, is dedicated to advanced basic science and clinically oriented research, teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels and professionally in the Faculties of Medicine, Pharmacy and Sciences, and community outreach. Through its close relationships with clinical departments, the Department of Immunology offers an outstanding opportunity to work with clinical members of the Faculty. The Department currently has 30 Faculty, some 40 MSc, PhD and Postdoctoral trainees and competitive external funding in excess of $25 million per annum.

The ideal candidate is an experienced and respected immunologist and has an exemplary record of teaching, multi-disciplinary collaborative research, mentorship and leadership in the discipline. Candidates should have the ability to communicate, see connections, build consensus, reach out and establish good relationships throughout the University, the province and nationally. The candidate will have a PhD and/or MD.

The University of Manitoba is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are encouraged from qualified applicants including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, people with disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of “The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act” (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitaes may be provided to participating members of the search process.

To apply:Interested candidates should submit a letter outlining their interest and suitability for the position, curriculum vitae and the names of three referees quoting position number AZ023 to: <br>

Chair, Immunology Headship Advisory Search Committee
Dr. Brian Postl, Dean, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba
260 Brodie Centre, 727 McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3E 3P5
Telephone: (204) 789-3485; Fax: (204) 789-3661
Email: Brian.Postl@med.umanitoba.ca

For more information on this opportunity, please visit: umanitoba.ca/employment

The University of Minnesota Rochester (www.r.umn.edu) invites applications for up to two non-tenure track instructor positions in biology for its degree program B.S. in Health Sciences (BSHS). The position is primarily teaching-focused. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with other faculty to coordinate and teach the range of biology courses with integrated laboratory needed by students in the BSHS program (including but not limited to general biology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, molecular biology, and genetics). BSHS courses are integrated across the curriculum and involve significant interdisciplinary components.

Duties include assisting design faculty in the preparation and team-taught delivery of course content in the active learning classroom, assisting in preparing and teaching laboratory sessions, grading, staffing the Just ASK tutoring center (http://r.umn.edu/academics-research/cli/just-ask/), ordering supplies, supervising peer tutors, facilitating department-wide data collection efforts that coincide with normal course delivery duties, and other related duties as assigned.

The instructor will join the Center for Learning Innovation (CLI). CLI leads the development of an integrated curriculum for a baccalaureate degree in the health sciences. It promotes a learner-centered, competency-based learning environment in which ongoing assessment guides and monitors student learning and is the basis for data-driven research on learning.

The successful candidate has a M.S. or Ph.D. in biology or related fields with knowledge of basic techniques in a biology laboratory setting, enjoys working directly with students and is comfortable taking direction as well as working independently in an interdisciplinary environment. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are required. Experience in classroom and/or laboratory instruction is preferred.

To apply: All applicants must apply through the UM online application system at https://employment.umn.edu. Search postings for Job Requisition #182933 for application instructions and links. Applicants please list comprehensive information on the online application.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background verification.

Please attach the names and contact information of 3 references, letter of interest, resume, and a statement of activities that demonstrate a commitment to diversity. For more information, contact Andrea Wilson, University of Minnesota Rochester, 300 University Square, 111 South Broadway, Rochester, MN 55904; fax 507-258-8004, phone 507-258-8010, e-mail wils1236@r.umn.edu.

The Department of Biological Sciences at Western Illinois University (http://www.wiu.edu/biology/) seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor Position in Microbiology to begin August 15, 2013. A Ph.D. in microbiology or closely related field in biological sciences is required. Seeking a broadly trained microbiologist with expertise in genetics, genomics, and /or microbial bioinformatics. The chosen candidate will be expected to develop an active research program involving undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) students. Candidates with postdoctoral experience, collegiate teaching experience, and peer reviewed publication(s) and grants obtained from competitive granting programs are strongly preferred. Teaching responsibilities may include introductory microbiology, virology, immunology, pathogenic bacteriology, and other upper division/graduate courses in the candidates’ area of expertise. Review of applications will begin February 25th 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply: For the complete job description and more information on how to apply, visit http://wiu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=37363. AA/EO employer. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The University of Utah’s Department of Pathology announces new faculty positions for basic and translational scientists with disease-focused basic and translational research programs in Immunology, Inflammation, and/or Infectious Diseases. The successful candidates will be expected to establish a vigorous research program that fosters institutional collaborations in disease-focused research. The ideal candidates must have a MD, PhD, or DVM degree and research track record that supports the establishment of an independent research program that complements ongoing research at the institution. Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and appointments will include competitive start-up packages

More information at www.path.utah.edu/recruiting or you may contact Allison Boyer, allison.boyer@path.utah.edu

The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans preference. Reasonable accommodations provided. For additional information:http://www.regulations.utah.edu/humanResources/5-106.html.

As a patient-focused organization, The University of Utah Health Sciences exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The Health Sciences Center seeks faculty and staff who are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a [strong or demonstrated] commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

To apply: Interested candidates should submit electronically to http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/21307 a curriculum vitae, a brief cover letter and the names and addresses of three references and description of anticipated research direction.

At the Vaccine & Gene Therapy Institute of Florida (VGTI Florida), we are committed to discovering innovative therapies and vaccines to improve human health. It is ultimately the researchers we recruit that determines our success and our state-of-the-art technologies and resources that enables our institute to realize these successes. Our scientists are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in research. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits but also work in an environment noted for community involvement, intellectual excitement, and natural beauty.

We are seeking to recruit outstanding Immunologists in the areas of Infectious Disease and Cancer Immunobiology to direct programs in basic and translational human immunology. Candidates are expected to assist in establishing clinical research immunology programs and recruit additional Principal Investigators. VGTI Florida is one of the internationally acclaimed research institutes invited to locate to Florida as part of a State-sponsored initiative to enhance biomedical research in Florida. Research at VGTI Florida focuses on Global Health initiatives utilizing systems biology approaches to study the human innate and adaptive immune response to infectious diseases and cancer.

Research themes of VGTI-FL include:
- HIV-1 and emerging infectious pathogens
- Influenza
- Vaccine development and adjuvants
- Cancer Immunology
- Ageing and the immune response

VGTI Florida has ongoing basic and clinical research collaborations with the University of Miami, Moffitt Cancer Center and Martin Health Systems. The institute occupies a new 100,000 sq. ft. state of the art and LEED Gold Certified facility in Port St. Lucie, FL. The institute is located on the sunny Atlantic coast in a Biotech cluster that includes Torrey Pines Institute for Molecular Studies, the Mann Research Center, and the new Tradition Medical Center. Florida Atlantic University, the Scripps Research Institute of Florida and the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience are within 30 minutes’ drive.

Successful candidates (M.D. and/or Ph.D.) will have an established extramurally funded research program and a strong publication record in one of the priority areas described above. The positions have highly competitive salary and startup packages, with access to state-of­the-art Genomics, Bioinformatics and Flow Cytometry core facilities as well as BSL3/ ABSL3 containment facilities within the institute. For more information, including a description of the Faculty and their research interests, please visit: www.vgtifl.org

To apply: Qualified candidates should apply by submitting their curriculum vitae and a description of their proposed research program: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=3795661 VGTI Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution, committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Instructor – Research
Microbiology, Immunology & Parasitology
Position #00049656 / PCN #13 41017 001
Supervisor: Alistair Ramsay, PhD

The School of Medicine, Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Parasitology at Louisiana State University Health in New Orleans, LA invite applications for a faculty position at the level of Instructor – Research to work in the LSU Health-New Orleans Genomics Core.

The position requires experience in next generation sequencing and associated protocols and the ability to advise users of the Genomics Core regarding sequencing, molecular assays and related study design. Experience with research core operations is desirable. Applicants must possess a PhD and/or an MD degree.

To apply: E-mail resume/curriculum vitae to keigen@lsuhsc.edu. LSU Health New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

The VCIID is a dynamic, interdisciplinary research consortium at the University of Vermont that brings together faculty in Immunology and Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, and Molecular Genetics. The Center is seeking an outstanding faculty member at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level on the Tenure Pathway. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to secure extramural funding and an established research program in host/microbe interaction at the mucosal interface, focusing on the host, the microbe or the microbiome. Specific areas of interest include mucosal immunology, microbial pathogenesis (bacterial, parasitic or viral), host innate defense and commensal and/or mutualistic interactions. Primary appointment will be in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (MMG), where the candidate will be expected to contribute to the department’s teaching mission. The position will be supported by a competitive recruitment package from an NIH Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) award. Extensive opportunities for collaborative research exist both within and outside the Center in cell, molecular and structural biology, and in clinical science.

Details about MMG, the Cell, Molecular and Biomedical Sciences umbrella graduate program, the University of Vermont and Burlington area may be accessed at: http://www.uvm.edu/microbiology; http://www.uvm.edu/cmb/; http://www.uvm.edu

To apply: A curriculum vitae and two-page summary of research interests should be sent electronically (if possible) to: Search Committee Chair, c/o Debra Stern, Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics, University of Vermont, 95 Carrigan Drive, Stafford Hall, Burlington, Vermont 05405, e-mail address: debra.stern@uvm.edu, or apply online at: https://www.uvmjobs.com . Letters of reference will be requested if appropriate.

The University of Vermont is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Applications are encouraged from women, veterans and individuals of diverse racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. The University of Vermont is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter a statement concerning how they will further this goal. The application receipt and review process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Program/Associate Director – Vaccine, Center for Immunology and Infectious Disease Job #101730 (Equivalent to Associate to Full Professor) Biosciences Division, Menlo Park, CA or Harrisonburg, VA

The Biosciences Division at SRI International is seeking an experienced scientist to lead his/her own basic research program in discovery of new vaccine concepts, within the Center for Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases. We are particularly interested in individuals with expertise in immunogen design and vaccine development that would complement the Center’s research programs in innate and adaptive responses, cytokine signaling and inflammatory processes. Individuals whose research program includes new technologies in vaccine development are particularly encouraged to apply. Particular areas of interest include, but are not limited to, vaccine adjuvant discovery, reverse vaccinology, and structural vaccinology. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an independent, internationally-recognized, externally-funded research program; to interact with scientists within the Center, the Biosciences Division, and/or SRI more broadly to create research efforts of unique value; and to foster interactions with academic and industrial partners.

To apply: For a full description and to apply visit our web page: www.sri.com/jobs ; job ID number 101730.

SRI is an equal opportunity employer. www.sri.com

The University of California, Merced is a dynamic new university campus in Merced, California, which opened in September 2005 as the tenth campus of the University of California and the first American research university in the 21st century. In keeping with the mission of the University to provide teaching, research and public service of the highest quality, UC Merced offers research-centered and student-oriented educational opportunities at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels through three academic schools: Engineering, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences/Humanities/Arts.

The University of California, Merced invites applications for one tenure-track position in Biostatistics at the assistant professor level. The successful candidate will be expected to cultivate collaborative research relationships with faculty in biology, health sciences, and may also collaborate with Applied Mathematics. Current strengths of the Molecular Cell Biology group at UC Merced include cancer metabolism, diabetes, inflammation, infectious disease, and mechanisms of cell fate decisions.

To apply: To apply or for more information, please visit our website: http://jobs.ucmerced.edu/n/academic/position.jsf?positionId=4252

AA/EOE.

Tenure-track assistant professor position in biology. Northeastern State University, located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the biology program. The position requires a Ph.D./ABD in Immunology or related area. Responsibilities include teaching non-majors, majors, and graduate courses; developing a research program involving undergraduate and graduate students; and performing university service.

To apply: To view a complete position description or to apply for the position, use the following link: https://nsuok.peopleadmin.com/postings/1611