College of Osteopathic Medicine - Faculty, Microbiology and Immunology

D'Youville University • Buffalo, NY

23h • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

D’Youville University College of Osteopathic Medicine invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Microbiology and Immunology. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of microbiology, immunology, host-pathogen interactions, and antimicrobial pharmacology within the preclinical osteopathic medical curriculum. This position is designed to support integrated systems-based teaching and to strengthen vertical integration between microbiology, immunology, and pharmacology, ensuring alignment with osteopathic education standards and COMLEX expectations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Immunology, or closely related biomedical discipline.
• Completion of postdoctoral training (minimum one fellowship; advanced postdoctoral training preferred).
• Demonstrated expertise in microbial pathogenesis, host immune mechanisms, and antimicrobial pharmacology.
• Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience at the medical or graduate level training.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity and research experience.

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral fellowships in microbiology, immunology, and/or pharmacology.
• Experience integrating microbiology and immunology within a systems-based medical curriculum.
• Familiarity with COMLEX expectations and NBOME blueprinting.
• Experience mentoring medical or graduate students in research.
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver microbiology and immunology content in coordination with departmental leadership.
• Teach bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, host immune responses, inflammation, hypersensitivity, immunodeficiency, and vaccine principles.
• Integrate antimicrobial pharmacology principles into microbiology instruction, emphasizing mechanism of action, resistance patterns, and clinical decision-making.
• Contribute to case-based, systems-based, and small-group instruction.
• Develop assessment materials aligned with COMLEX preparation and NBOME blueprinting.
• Mentor and advise medical students in academic progression and scholarly development.
• Engage in scholarly activity in microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, or medical education.
• Serve on College committees and contribute to accreditation and institutional initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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