Open Rank Faculty Positions (Assistant, Associate, Full Professor) in Emerging Pathogen Research

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 135,000 - 315,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic's Department of Microbial Sciences in Health invites outstanding investigators to expand its microbiology program across emerging pathogens. We seek researchers spanning pathogen biology, host–pathogen interactions, vaccines, immune-based interventions, and AI- and structure-guided therapeutic development.

The department offers a collaborative environment with 22 investigators, access to a new research building, BSL3/ABSL3 labs, and extensive translational opportunities.

Qualifications

• PhD and/or MD (or equivalent) required.
• Appointments include start-up funds and salaries; onboarding includes background checks.

Responsibilities

• Expand and advance the Department of Microbial Sciences' microbiology program across pathogens and host–pathogen interactions.
• Lead research in vaccines, immune-based interventions, and AI-/structure-guided therapeutic development.
• Foster collaborations across Cleveland Clinic and the Lerner College of Medicine.

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Department of Microbial Sciences in Health at Cleveland Clinic is seeking outstanding faculty candidates at all ranks (Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor) to expand its internationally recognized microbiology program in emerging and re-emerging pathogens. We invite applications from investigators whose research spans pathogen biology, host–pathogen interactions, vaccines and immune-based interventions, and AI- and structure-guided therapeutic development. Applicants employing innovative experimental, computational, or translational approaches to understand, prevent, or treat infectious diseases are particularly encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates will join a collaborative department of 22 investigators with complementary expertise in microbiome science, nutrition, bacterial pathogenesis, antimicrobial resistance, chronic viral infections, emerging pathogens and viral cancers. The Department recently relocated to a new, state-of-the-art research building and biocontainment facility, with two new BSL3/ABSL3 laboratories totaling approximately 7,000 square feet and a new 5,000-square-foot gnotobiotic laboratory. Faculty will benefit from extensive collaborations across Cleveland Clinic's internationally recognized clinical and research enterprise, including the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory, which provides advanced infectious disease diagnostics, as well as opportunities to engage with programs in immunology, genomics, structural biology, AI, and translational therapeutics. Successful candidates will hold a primary appointment in the Department of Microbial Sciences in Health and an academic appointment at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University.

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic has operated for over 100 years on the principle of bringing innovative teams together to advance patient care. Today, we are a world leader in science-based healthcare. Our strategic plan for research harnesses information technology to power significant advances in both personalized and population medicine. A major component of our strategy includes our anchor role in building the Cleveland Innovation District. This unprecedented collaboration includes participation and investment by the State of Ohio, along with five independent Cleveland healthcare and academic institutions and is designed to transform research, education, and economic opportunities in Northeast Ohio, the United States, and across the world.

Cleveland Clinic Research

Cleveland Clinic Research, a part of the global Cleveland Clinic enterprise, has a footprint spanning nearly 1 million sq. ft., with two new state-of-the- art facilities opening in 2026. In 2025, research funding rose to $479 million, including $179 million of federal revenue generated from 597 awards. In addition, Cleveland Clinic’s global footprint provides a wealth of resources to support research throughout the enterprise, including locations in Northeast Ohio, Nevada, Florida, London, and Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD and/or MD (or equivalent). Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience, and appointments will include both competitive start-up funds and salaries. Onboarding will require completion of background checks prior to hiring, in accordance with Cleveland Clinic policies.

Application Materials

• Cover Letter, highlighting candidate’s interest in the position and most relevant qualifications


• Research Statement, clearly articulating the applicant’s accomplishments, future plans, vision/goals for their research program (max. 3 pages including figures)


• Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications, as well as the names/contact information for three referents

Candidates should submit application materials by email to: Ms. Christina Stuart [e-mail]

Open rank (Assistant Staff, Associate Staff or Full Staff), $135,000 to $3150,000

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking various factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and board certification. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision, and retirement.

Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer.

Smoke/drug free environment.