Tenure-Track in Fungal Pathogenesis & Host Interactions

Maryland State Dental Association; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Microbial Pathogenesis at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position 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

• Ph.D., D.D.S., M.D., or equivalent degree and postdoctoral research experience.
• Evidence of scholarly accomplishment, innovation, and potential to develop an internationally recognized research program.
• This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program.
• Contribute to graduate and professional education.
• Participate in departmental and university service activities.
• Join a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment with opportunities across microbiology, immunology, infectious diseases, genomics, and cell biology.

Skills

Research program development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

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

Job description

The Department of Microbial Pathogenesis at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position 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