Genomic Epidemiology in Infectious Disease – Asst Prof

University of Kansas Medical Center

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Paid time off

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City invites applicants for an Assistant Professor in Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease). The role focuses on building an independent research program in genomic epidemiology and pathogen evolution, collaborating across disciplines to advance infectious disease biology.

The position emphasizes securing extramural funding, publishing in high-quality journals, and mentoring graduate students and postdocs within a vibrant research community.

Qualifications

  • MD or PhD degree in a relevant field.
  • Established scholarly productivity in immunology, infectious diseases, or a related field.
  • Experience obtaining external research funding.
  • Experience teaching and mentoring at multiple academic levels.
  • Preferred focus on genomic epidemiology, pathogen evolution, and host-pathogen interactions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, lead, and sustain an independent basic and translational research program.
  • Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
  • Seek and secure extramural funding to support research activities.
  • Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and participate in teaching graduate students.

Skills

Genomic epidemiology
Infectious disease biology
Host-pathogen interactions
External grant funding
Teaching & mentoring

Education

MD or PhD degree

Job description

University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City invites applicants for an Assistant Professor in Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease). The role focuses on building an independent research program in genomic epidemiology and pathogen evolution, collaborating across disciplines to advance infectious disease biology.

The position emphasizes securing extramural funding, publishing in high-quality journals, and mentoring graduate students and postdocs within a vibrant research community.

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