Assistant Professor - Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology

University of Kansas Medical Center; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology. The research program should advance microbial pathogenesis or immunology, with priority for cancer immunology or bacterial pathogenesis aligning with the department's strengths. Candidates must have a Ph.D.

and/or M.D. (or equivalent) and show potential for independent funding, strong publication record, and excellence in teaching and

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree with an immunology focus.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research with an impactful publication record.
• Excellent communication, teaching, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish or continue an externally funded, independent research program.
• Actively participate in graduate and medical education.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teaching experience

Strong writing skills

Education

Ph.D./M.D. or equivalent degree with immunology focus

Job description

Assistant Professor - Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology

The Department of Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level with research programs in the general area of microbial pathogenesis and immunology. The Department is currently undergoing expansion and growth. For the current open position, preference will be given to candidates taking innovative approaches to study molecular mechanisms of either (i) cancer immunology, or (ii) bacterial pathogenesis that complement and synergize with existing expertise within the Department and the KUMC research community. Successful applicants must hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D. (or similar doctoral degree) and are expected to be highly motivated with excellent communication, teaching, and writing skills, and to have demonstrated ability to conduct independent research with an impactful publication record.

Required Qualifications

Education: Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree, including postdoctoral training, with an immunology focus.

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Job Duties

• Establish or continue an externally funded, independent research program.
• Actively participate in graduate and medical education.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Documents

• Letter of Interest directed to the Faculty Search Committee.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Two‑page description of research plans.
• Contact information for at least three references.
• PDF reprints of no more than three recent publications that underpin future research.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. Benefits information: https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Employee Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time