Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Reproductive Immunology

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Detroit campus. The successful candidate will establish and lead an independent, externally funded research program focusing on immune regulation at the maternal–fetal interface, with emphasis on placental immunology, infection, and fetal development.

The role values collaboration and mentorship across the CS Mott Center and School of

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or MD/PhD in immunology, reproductive biology, molecular biology, biomedical sciences or related field.
• Postdoctoral or equivalent research training.
• Strong publication record in reproductive immunology or related discipline.
• Ability to develop and lead an independent, externally funded program.
• Commitment to collaborative and multidisciplinary research and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an independent, nationally recognized research program in reproductive immunology.
• Obtain extramural funding from the NIH and other agencies.
• Publish high-impact, peer-reviewed research as a senior and corresponding author.
• Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, research staff, and other trainees.
• Participate in graduate and medical education activities relevant to reproductive biology, immunology, and maternal–fetal health.
• Develop productive collaborations within the Center and department and broader university research community.

Skills

Research leadership

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

MD

PhD

MD/PhD

Tools

Flow cytometry

Single-cell RNA sequencing

Transcriptomics

Molecular biology

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Detroit campus. The successful candidate will establish and lead an independent, externally funded research program focusing on immune regulation at the maternal–fetal interface, with emphasis on placental immunology, infection, and fetal development.

The role values collaboration and mentorship across the CS Mott Center and School of