Tenure-Track Fungal Pathogenesis & Host Interactions Scientist

Sky Pediatric Dentistry; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland School of Dentistry invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek an exceptional scientist with a research program focused on molecular and cellular mechanisms of disease, particularly those underlying fungal infections.

Candidates whose work addresses host–fungus interactions are of special interest, especially those studying filamentous fungi or applying

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a Ph.D., D.D.S., M.D., or equivalent degree and postdoctoral experience.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement and potential for an internationally recognized program is required.
• Research program should focus on molecular and cellular mechanisms of disease, especially fungal infections.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a vigorous externally funded research program.
• Contribute to graduate and professional education.
• Participate in departmental and university service activities.

Skills

Fungal pathogenesis

Genomics

Immunology

Molecular biology

Systems biology

Education

Ph.D./M.D./D.D.S. or equivalent

Job description

The University of Maryland School of Dentistry invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek an exceptional scientist with a research program focused on molecular and cellular mechanisms of disease, particularly those underlying fungal infections.

Candidates whose work addresses host–fungus interactions are of special interest, especially those studying filamentous fungi or applying