Open Rank Assistant Professor or Associate Professor - SOD Microbial Pathogenesis
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MDFull-time$128–160K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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The University of Maryland School of Dentistry seeks a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor to lead research on molecular and cellular mechanisms of disease, particularly fungal infections. The successful candidate will establish an externally funded research program, contribute to graduate and professional education, and participate in departmental and university service. Applicants with expertise related to fungal pathogenesis and host responses are encouraged to apply.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
The Department of Microbial Pathogenesis at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) 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 the initiation, progression, and resolution of fungal infections.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Candidates whose work addresses host–fungus interactions are of special interest, especially those studying filamentous fungi or applying immunological approaches to understand pathogenic processes. We welcome applicants with expertise in fungal pathogenesis, genetics, molecular biology, innate immunology, genomics, functional genomics, systems biology, or related disciplines. Outstanding candidates working in any area broadly related to fungal disease and host responses are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program, contribute to graduate and professional education, and participate in departmental and university service activities. The candidate will join a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment with opportunities for interaction across microbiology, immunology, infectious diseases, genomics, and cell biology. All department faculty will also be members of the Graduate Program in Life Sciences, University of Maryland Graduate School.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications
Applicants must have a Ph.D., D.D.S., M.D., or equivalent degree and postdoctoral research experience. Evidence of scholarly accomplishment, innovation, and the potential to develop an internationally recognized research program is required.
Please submit the following: a signed/dated detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of short and long-term research and teaching interests, and four letters of recommendation.
Hiring range: $128,000 - $160,000 per year (depending on academic rank and commensurate with education and experience).
ABOUT US
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public health, law, and human services university. Six professional schools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer the majority of health care, human services, and law professional degrees in Maryland each year.
Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education, research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’s voice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill in the communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.
If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request (https://umbforms.wufoo.com/forms/umb-job-applicant-accommodation-request/) . You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination (https://www.umaryland.edu/policies-and-procedures/library/administration/policies/vi-100c.php) for more information.
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package (https://www.umaryland.edu/media/umb/hr/new-employees/pdfs/summaryofbenefits-05.09.23-final.pdf)
ABOUT THE TEAM
The University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD) is the world's first dental college and Maryland’s predominant provider of comprehensive and emergency oral health services for individuals of all ages, including the underserved and disadvantaged. Through research innovation, creativity, and productive partnerships, our faculty, staff, and students are developing and implementing novel approaches to advance oral health and improve lives.
Job Identification: 459
Job Category: Faculty
Job Schedule: Full time
Expected Salary $128,000 - $160,000
SOAPF 105-13106000-D10016-SODRECRT-140
JobType Regular
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