Assistant Professor Tenure Stream

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking two junior faculty members for tenure-stream Assistant Professor positions in the Department of Immunology. Candidates should have a PhD or MD, extensive research experience, and a strong publication record. The department is known for its collaborative environment and exceptional training programs, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of research experience.
• Strong publication record in immunology.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment of two junior faculty members.
• Foster major research advances through collaborations.

Skills

Research Experience

Immunology

Collaboration

Education

PhD or MD

Job description

On March 10, the University of Pittsburgh announced a strategic hiring freeze. Currently, the University is only accepting applications for positions that are essential or operationally critical. These positions are listed on our website.

Job Description - Assistant Professor Tenure Stream (25001631)

The Department of Immunology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is seeking to expand its scope and depth through the recruitment of two junior faculty members. We are looking for candidates for tenure-stream positions at the Assistant Professor level.

We have a highly collaborative and collegial Department (29 faculty) that forms part of a larger, interactive community of nearly 100 faculty. Our department supports an exceptional Graduate Training Program, hosts two training grants, and organizes a robust weekly seminar series along with multiple retreats and events that foster interactions among basic, translational, and clinical immunologists. The Department of Immunology is ranked 7th in the US and 11th in the world (Research.com). It also hosts The Center for Systems Immunology (CSI), focused on analyzing and engineering molecular and cellular networks underlying immune processes in health and disease.

The department recently relocated in 2022 to a new state-of-the-art research facility housed in a building listed on the historical registry. We operate three broadly used research cores, including flow cytometry, CRISPR-Cas9-mediated gene targeting, and computational immunogenomics. The University of Pittsburgh is located in the Oakland and Shadyside neighborhoods of Pittsburgh, a safe, progressive, and affordable city with emerging technologies and rich cultural and public institutions. Pittsburgh is consistently ranked among the top most livable cities in the US and worldwide. The University offers an exciting research environment that ranks third in NIH funding among US medical schools. The Pitt School of Medicine is well-positioned for both basic and translational research. The startup package, salary, and benefits are highly competitive.

The successful candidates for the Assistant Professor position will have a PhD and/or MD (or equivalent), at least seven years of research experience, and a strong publication record in immunology from their pre- and postdoctoral work. We welcome applicants working in any area of immunology. Our long-term goal is to grow a diverse department that fosters major research advances through cross-disciplinary collaborations.

The preferred application receipt date is July 1, 2025. However, we will consider applications at any time, and the positions will remain open until filled.

To apply, search for requisition #25001631 in Talent Center at join.pitt.edu. Complete the online employment application by clicking “Find Positions,” then “Faculty,” entering 25001631 in the keyword field, and selecting “Apply Now.” Please attach your CV, Cover Letter, and Research Statement to your application.

Inquiries can be sent to Dario Vignali, PhD, Chair, Department of Immunology, at [e-mail]. The department is located at the Assembly Building, 5051 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

Applicants should attach their CV, Cover Letter, and Research Statement; Letters of Recommendation are optional.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, fostering an environment where all individuals can discover, belong, contribute, and grow, respecting diverse perspectives and identities.

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and human dignity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Campus: Pittsburgh

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Other (see posting for additional details)

Optional Attachments: Letters of Recommendation, Research Statement

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and human dignity. EOE, including disability/vets.