Tenure Track Virology Faculty - Neurovirology

Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Spacious research facilities

Substantial start-up funds

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin is inviting applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. This role focuses on expanding research excellence in neurovirology, requiring candidates to establish strong, funded research programs and engage actively in education.

Located in Milwaukee, WI, the position provides access to spacious research facilities within a collaborative environment. Preferred applicants hold a PhD or MD-PhD with a record of funded research.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD-PhD, or equivalent with relevant postdoctoral training.
• Demonstrated peer-reviewed publication record.
• Experience in extramural funding acquisition is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain vigorous, externally funded research programs.
• Contribute to innovative research initiatives in a team-oriented environment.
• Engage in graduate and medical education.

Skills

Research program management

Multidisciplinary research expertise

Commitment to education

Visionary and collegial collaboration

Education

PhD or MD-PhD

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology (M&I) at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position to expand research excellence in neurovirology. Successful candidates will establish and sustain vigorous, externally funded research programs that align with departmental and campus priorities. The position will be filled by a candidate with a research program specifically focused on viral neuropathogenesis. Candidates with experience in New Approach Methodologies, animal models, and translational science are especially encouraged to apply. The role is part of an ambitious expansion of the Center for Immunology and Department of Microbiology & Immunology and will be a full‑time, multi‑year appointment with competitive salary, spacious research facilities, and substantial start‑up funds.

Location: Milwaukee, WI in our Basic Science Building.

Position Highlights

• Visionary, collaborative, and highly motivated professionals
• Preference for candidates with experience in multidisciplinary research, including basic, clinical, and translational domains
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to innovative, cross‑functional research initiatives
• Strong commitment to excellence in graduate and medical education
• Ability to work effectively within a collegial, team‑oriented academic environment
• Dedication to advancing the mission of research, teaching, and service within the institution

Department/Division Highlights

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology (M&I) is a dynamic and growing hub for microbial pathogenesis and immunology research at MCW, with more than 40 research faculty and 40+ graduate students. We support collaborative research and training across the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus, including partnerships with MCW, Froedtert Hospital, Children's Wisconsin, and the Versiti Blood Research Institute. M&I faculty pursue diverse research areas such as immuno‑oncology, inflammation and immunology, virology, bacteriology, parasitology, antimicrobial resistance, microbial pathogenesis, and the microbiome’s role in health and disease.

Research is conducted in renovated, open lab space designed to support cutting‑edge biomedical science and collaboration. Faculty actively engage with the Center for Immunology, Center for Microbiome Research, Cancer Center, and Center for Infectious Disease Research to build vibrant basic, translational, and clinical programs.

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a PhD, MD‑PhD, or equivalent with relevant postdoctoral training and a peer‑reviewed publication record showing potential for extramural funding.
• Candidates for Associate and Professor positions are expected to lead a well‑established, extramurally funded research program.
• Successful applicants will be visionary, collegial, and highly motivated, with preference for those experienced in multidisciplinary research spanning basic, clinical, and translational domains.
• A strong commitment to graduate and medical education is expected.

How to apply: For consideration, submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, and research statement by March 31, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may be considered until the positions are filled.

Medical College of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants are entitled to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, or military status.