<p> Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Michigan State University</p><p>Tenure Track Faculty Position in Immunology</p><p>The Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics (MMG) at Michigan State University (http://www.mmg.msu.edu) seeks candidates at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in immunology. Of greatest interest are research programs focusing on immunity at the mucosal surface and/or interactions of pathogens or the microbiome with the immune system, although outstanding investigators in other areas of immunology will be considered. </p><p>The MMG Department is highly collegial and collaborative, with diverse research interests in molecular and cellular immunology, bacterial and viral pathogenesis, prokaryotic and eukaryotic genetics, systems biology, and molecular evolution. State- of-the-art research infrastructure is readily available to MMG investigators. The successful applicant is expected to develop (or maintain) a rigorous, externally-funded research program with national visibility. Teaching in graduate, professional, or undergraduate programs is expected. </p><p>Applicants should have a Ph.D., D.V.M., D.O., or M.D. or equivalent advanced degree(s). Applications must include: i) a letter of application addressing the required position qualifications; ii) a current c. v.; iii) NIH Biosketch (including current and pending research support) in the new format (http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice- files/NOT-OD-15-032.html); iv) a statement of not more than 2 pages describing future research and training plans, and including the impact the applicant seeks to have on the field over the next five years; v) contact information for 3 references. </p><p>Submit application materials as a single PDF to: https://jobs.msu.edu (position #2250). Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Questions regarding the position can be addressed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Katheryn Meek ([email protected]). MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer committed to achieving excellence through workforce diversity in an inclusive culture. Applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. MSU is committed to supporting employees' work and personal life, and offers employment assistance to the spouse or partner of faculty candidates.</p>