Academic Joint Departments-Open Rank-Microbiology (Virology)

Posting DetailsPosition InformationSchool/CollegeAcademic Joint DepartmentsTitleAcademic Joint Departments-Open Rank-Microbiology (Virology)Assignment CategoryFull-TimeRankOpen RankTenure StatusOpen TenurePayroll StatusFaculty 12Job DescriptionThe University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Heersink School of Medicine (HSOM) invites applications for open rank/open tenure faculty positions in the Department of Microbiology. The successful applicant will be expected to develop an independent, externally funded research program in the general area of virology and contribute to undergraduate, graduate and medical school educational mission. Highly qualified applicants are sought who have established a robust research program. A competitive compensation and startup package will be offered in accordance with the candidate’s qualifications.We seek outstanding candidates who employ innovative, state-of-the-art approaches using in vivo and/or in vitro models including organoid and iPSC/human tissue systems, to advance critical insights into viral diseases and host-pathogen interactions. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to utilize the exceptional resources of the Southeastern Biosafety Laboratory Alabama Birmingham (SEBLAB) one of only 12 Regional Biocontainment Laboratories (RBL) funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease (NIAID). Areas of interest include, but are not limited to virus biology, molecular mechanisms of virus replication, virus-host interaction, antiviral drug discovery, cancer virology, viral immunology, etc. New faculty will complement and expand our existing research strengths in virology, as well as other departmental research programs in bacteriology, immunology, cancer, and structural biology. The department is distinguished by a longstanding commitment to scientific and teaching excellence and a highly collaborative culture. New faculty are encouraged to participate in numerous prominent UAB.Required QualificationsApplicants must hold a D.V.M., Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong record in research productivity and active extramural funding commensurable with rank.Preferred QualificationsPosting Detail InformationPosting NumberF2745POpen Date11/26/2025Close DateOpen Until FilledYesNondiscrimination StatementUAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.Special Instructions to ApplicantsPre-employment Background CheckA pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)About University of Alabama at BirminghamTo learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham click here.