Associate Professor Notice of Filing

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Notice of Filing for an Associate Professor position at the University of Wisconsin Madison. This posting is mandatory to meet a United States Department of Labor requirement as a U.S. worker was not selected for the position, and an application for Alien Employment Certification is being filed. The successful candidate will lead innovative research on host–microbe interactions and mucosal immunology, focusing on the dynamic relationships between specialized secretory cells and microorganisms at mucosal surfaces. Responsibilities include designing and teaching courses for medical students, graduate students, and advanced undergraduates in microbiology, immunology, and related biological sciences, as well as contributing to university and community service. This position is part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative, which aims to address complex societal challenges through accelerated faculty hiring and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.
Design and teach courses for medical students, graduate students, and advanced undergraduates, with subject matter spanning microbiology, immunology, and related biological sciences.
Contribute to university and community service activities as appropriate.
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%)