Assistant / Associate / Professor - Virology, RNA virus, emerging viruses
About The Position
The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track position at the ranks of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Virology. Our faculty includes some of the brightest and most innovative scholars spanning the virology and genetics disciplines. The Department continues a major expansion of the faculty as part of a 5-year strategic plan (see accompanying ad for geneticist). We invite you to learn more about us by visiting https://mgm.ufl.edu/. [https://mgm.ufl.edu/.] We are seeking two outstanding, creative investigators in any area of virology. UF has 70 virology research laboratories situated across seven colleges and institutes that are supported by state-of-the-art resources and centers in immunology. vector biology, metabolomics, and oncogenesis. UF is also developing a world-class artificial intelligence (AI) research infrastructure to support investigators. Research spans many virus families, with existing strengths in arboviruses, tumor viruses, polymicrobial interactions, and neurovirology. We are particularly interested in recruiting candidates who will build a research program that complements these existing strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to develop or have created a vibrant, externally funded research program, participate in graduate-level teaching, and recruit and mentor outstanding trainees. The positions offer outstanding research space, a highly collaborative environment, and substantial start-up packages.
Requirements
- Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in the biomedical sciences or a related field of study.
Responsibilities
- Develop or have created a vibrant, externally funded research program
- Participate in graduate-level teaching
- Recruit and mentor outstanding trainees
Benefits
- Low-cost State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous Retirement Options to secure your future
- Comprehensive Paid Time Off Packages: (includes over 10 paid holidays, as well as paid family, sick and vacation leave)
- Exceptional Personal and Professional Development Opportunities: Access to UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, LinkedIn Learning, and more
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
