Associate Professor

University of Wisconsin Madison • Madison, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will be expected to lead innovative research on host–microbe interactions and mucosal immunology, focusing on the dynamic relationships between specialized secretory cells (e.g., goblet cells and Paneth cells) and microorganisms (including bacteria, viruses, and fungi) at mucosal surface such as the gastrointestinal tract. As a faculty member, the appointee will also be responsible for designing and teaching courses for medical students, graduate students, and advanced undergraduates, with subject matter spanning microbiology, immunology, and related biological sciences. Additionally, the position includes contributing to university and community service activities as appropriate.
This position is full-time. This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location. For an appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank on tenure track, candidates will meet criteria established by the department and as outlined in the UW Divisional Committee guidelines for promotion or appointment to Associate or Professor on the tenure track.
This position is part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative. Through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and increased student and educational opportunities, RISE addresses complex societal challenges of importance to the state, nation and world. Building on UW–Madison’s strengths, RISE expands the University’s successful track record of connecting with communities and industry on collaborative solutions. Over the next three academic years, UW–Madison will substantially increase current hiring levels, bringing 150 new RISE faculty to campus. Candidates hired through RISE will join a community of scholars working across disciplines, schools and colleges on research, teaching and outreach endeavors. The community will engage regularly in venues such as seminar series and colloquia to share ongoing projects and identify opportunities to work together. The University will support the community, facilitating access to research infrastructure, and funding to support broad and rich collaboration. Further information regarding RISE can be found at: https://rise.wisc.edu/ .

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years experience as an independent principal investigator leading innovative research on host–microbe interactions and mucosal immunology
• Proof of teaching excellence, including record of graduating students
• Demonstrated success securing extramural research funding as Principal Investigator
• Record of highly cited peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international meetings
• Professional service and scientific leadership, such as editorial roles, conference organization, or departmental committee service
• PhD in Biology, Biotechnology or other closely related fields by start date.

Responsibilities

• Lead a vigorous, independent, extramurally funded research program---85%
• Actively teach graduate and/or medical student teaching programs of the Department---10%
• Provide university and community service as appropriate---5%

Benefits

• Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree