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Job Title
Assistant Professor/Associate Professor Immunologist
Posting Number
P0973F
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Department of Pathobiology, Auburn University, is seeking a
highly qualified, motivated, innovative, and collaborative
immunologist to fill a tenure-track, 12-month appointment, with a
significant research commitment. Candidates must have a PhD in
Immunology or a related field at the time the appointment begins.
Research excellence should be documented with a record of published
research in basic/fundamental, translational, applied, or other
types of immunology. The existence of an independent research
program, or the ability to establish such a program should be
demonstrated by the candidates’ training, accomplishments, and
grant-writing skills. Excellent written and interpersonal
communication skills are also necessary for individuals seeking
this position.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish a
competitive, extramurally funded, research program in immunology
that contributes to the research mission of the Department of
Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, and Auburn
University. Potential areas of focus include but are not limited to
inflammation, host-microbe/microbiome interactions, bioinformatics,
global health, vaccine science, autoimmunity, neuroinflammation,
cancer immunology, innate immunity, immunopathology, and viral
immunity. The successful candidate will also be expected to
collaborate with other faculty in the College of Veterinary
Medicine on immunological aspects of research, and support graduate
student and post-doctoral training in immunology and related
studies.
The Department of Pathobiology has an active and growing research
effort whose programs cover a broad range of areas, with cancer
biology and genetics, avian diseases, and infectious disease as
foci. Additional programs exist with opportunities for
collaboration within the College of Veterinary Medicine and with
faculty from across Auburn University (including the College of
Agriculture, Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, College of Science
and Mathematics, and Harrison College of Pharmacy). The Department
hosts diagnostic services that include bacteriology, mycology,
virology, anatomic and clinical pathology, parasitology, and
molecular diagnostics. The department also houses the University
core lab in flow cytometry (including high speed cell sorting).
Other College core facilities support advanced microscopy and
imaging, laser microdissection, multispectral imaging, and in vivo
imaging. In addition, through institutional collaboration with the
Hudson-Alpha Institute for Biotechnology, a full array of genomic
sequencing and functional genomic technologies is available. Auburn
University is also an active network member of the NCATS funded
Center for Clinical and Translational Science ( CCTS ) based at the
University of Alabama, Birmingham.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD in Immunology or a related field at the
time the appointment begins. Research excellence should be
documented with a record of published research in
basic/fundamental, translational, applied, or other types of
immunology. The existence of an independent research program, or
the ability to establish such a program should be demonstrated by
the candidates’ training, accomplishments, and grant-writing
skills. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
are also necessary for individuals seeking this position.
Desired Qualifications
Desirable qualifications include completion of post-doctoral
training; DVM, VMD or equivalent degree; MD or DO degree; track
record of research funding; demonstration of a collaborative
approach to research; high impact publications; and experience in
graduate student teaching and/or mentoring.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin November 15th, 2022 and continue
until a candidate is recommended for appointment. Applicants should
submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, outline of
research plans, letter of intent summarizing career goals and
current research activities, and names and contact information
including e-mail addresses for three references. For questions
about the position please contact Dr. Bruce Smith at [email protected] .
The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet
eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time
the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally
for the proposed term of employment.
The College of Veterinary Medicine affirms that diversity, equity,
and inclusion are core values of our college and serve to enhance
excellence in education, service, research, and outreach. The
College of Veterinary Medicine will foster an environment that is
culturally sensitive, respectful, welcoming, and inclusive in its
interactions with its communities.
The College of Veterinary Medicine affirms its commitment to
the recruitment, admissions, hiring, promotion, retention, and
education of talented students, faculty, and staff members whose
backgrounds reflect rich ethnic and cultural diversity.
The college is committed to cultivating a climate that celebrates
and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion not just in writing,
but in the everyday actions and the policies that are implemented
and maintained at the college.
Starting salary and appointment will be commensurate with
professional and academic credentials and experience.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
11/02/2022
Close Date
EEO Statement
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment
opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex,
religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected
veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender
identity, or any other classification protected by applicable
law.
Open Until Filled
Yes
References required for this position?
Yes
If yes, minimum number requested
3
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Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research and/or Goals
• Letter of Recommendation
Optional Documents
• Other Documentation
• Other Documentation (2)
• Other
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