Infectious Disease Modeling Professor & Leader

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Full or Associate Professor in Infectious Disease Modeling to support the mission of the Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics (CIDD). This critical position involves promoting research excellence, training future researchers, and developing interdisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates will possess a PhD in a relevant field, a strong record in securing funding, and an ability to lead multidisciplinary projects. Comprehensive benefits include medical coverage and a 75% tuition discount for employees and dependents.

Qualifications

• Strong academic track record for Full Professor level.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary research projects.
• Ability to publish results and engage in strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Promote excellence in infectious disease research and outreach.
• Lead growth of CIDD and develop collaborative teams.
• Mentor early-career faculty and shape the future of CIDD.

Skills

Established record of successful extramural funding

Leadership of multidisciplinary scientific teams

Mentoring early career researchers

Education

PhD in infectious disease-related field

Job description

Penn State University is seeking a Full or Associate Professor in Infectious Disease Modeling to support the mission of the Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics (CIDD). This critical position involves promoting research excellence, training future researchers, and developing interdisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates will possess a PhD in a relevant field, a strong record in securing funding, and an ability to lead multidisciplinary projects. Comprehensive benefits include medical coverage and a 75% tuition discount for employees and dependents.