Regular Faculty - Ecological Immunology

University Of Idaho; Moscow, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Eco-Immunology in Moscow. We seek an innovative scientist studying immune function in wild or free-ranging animals, addressing questions at the interface of immunology, ecology, evolution, and infectious disease.

The successful candidate will establish an externally funded program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations across ecology, immunology, and

Qualifications

• PhD in ecological immunology or related field.
• Minimum 2 years post-doctoral experience.
• Active research program in ecological immunology.
• Peer‑reviewed publications in scientific journals.

Responsibilities

• Establish externally funded, internationally recognized research program.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to department and interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Teach courses in immunology, ecology, or related subjects; develop new courses.
• Mentor students and engage in seminars.

Skills

Post-doctoral experience

Research program development

Peer-reviewed publications

Ecological immunology knowledge

Education

Doctorate in ecological immunology

Job description

Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Location

Location Moscow

Primary Division/College

Primary Division/College College of Science

Primary Unit

Primary Unit Biological Sciences

Employee Category

Employee Category Faculty

Classification Group Title

Classification Group Title Regular Faculty

Position Control Number

Position Control Number 4632

Suffix 00

Contingency Code Not Applicable

FTE

1.00

Contract Basis

Contract Basis Academic Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date

Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/16/2027

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Rank

Extension Type

Extension Type Not Applicable

Administrative Appointment Type

Administrative Appointment Type Not applicable

Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable)

Position Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Idaho invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Eco-Immunology. We seek an innovative scientist who investigates immune function in wild or free-ranging animals and uses these systems to address fundamental questions at the interface of immunology, ecology, evolution, and infectious disease. We are broadly interested in candidates whose research examines how immune responses vary among individuals, populations, species, or environments, and how this variation influences infection, disease, fitness, host–pathogen interactions, or population and community processes. Research approaches may span scales from molecular and cellular mechanisms to whole-organism, population, and evolutionary processes. We particularly welcome candidates who combine field studies of natural populations with experimental, molecular, genomic, serological, cellular, or computational approaches.

Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• ecological and evolutionary immunology
• immune function in wild animal populations
• environmental influences on immunity and disease susceptibility
• comparative and evolutionary immunology
• immunological variation within and among natural populations
• wildlife disease ecology and emerging infectious disease

The successful candidate will establish an externally funded, internationally recognized research program; mentor undergraduate and graduate students; contribute to the intellectual life of the Department of Biological Sciences; and participate in interdisciplinary collaborations across the University of Idaho. The position offers opportunities to interact with faculty working in ecology and evolution, infectious disease, immunology, genomics, computational biology, mathematical biology, and host–pathogen interactions.

The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education in Biological Sciences. Depending on expertise and departmental needs, teaching may include courses in areas such as immunology, organismal biology, ecology, infectious disease, or related subjects, as well as development of advanced courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. The successful candidate will also mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers. Duties include teaching an average of 1.5 classes per academic year; maintaining an active research program that includes securing external funding to support research activities in area of expertise; mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; attending faculty meetings and departmental seminars; serving on department, college, and/or university committees.

Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of application.

Required Qualifications

• An earned doctorate in a field relevant to Ecological Immunology.
• A minimum of 2 years of post-doctoral research experience relevant to the proposed research program.
• An active research program or research expertise in the field of ecological immunology.
• Peer-reviewed publications in scientific journals.

Preferred Qualifications

• A demonstrated potential to secure external research funding (e.g., grants, fellowships).
• Experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate student researchers.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching

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