Duke University Medical Center, Integrative Immunobiology
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Position Title:
Tenure-Track Faculty Position
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27710, United States of America
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Appl Deadline:
2023/10/15 11:59PM
finished (2023/08/21, finished 2024/04/20, listed until 2023/10/15)
finished (2023/08/21, finished 2024/04/20, listed until 2023/10/15)Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
Tenure-Track Faculty Position (Assistant Professor) The Department of Integrative Immunobiology (https://immunobiology.duke.edu/), in the Duke University School of Medicine, invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions. We anticipate making at least one tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor level, but appointments to the rank of Associate or Professor level will be considered for exceptional applicants. Duke IIB’s research mission is to understand how the immune system functions with an overarching goal of preventing and treating human diseases. We are particularly interested in candidates with research programs focused on innate and adaptive immunity, tumor immunology, and neuroimmunity, but will consider all programs in the broader field of immunobiology. Please visit https://immunobiology.duke.edu/join-us to learn more about IIB and our mission. Qualifications: Applicants must have a PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree with a track record of scholarly creativity and productivity, a stated commitment to integrate into our exciting, collaborative, and growing immunobiology community, and a dedication to contribute to our values of equity and service. Successful candidates will be expected to establish a productive and innovative research program, obtain extramural research funding, and participate in graduate and post-graduate training and mentoring. Application: The application package should include a: 1) Cover letter. 2) Curriculum vitae, highlighting the significance and your role in key publications. 3) Three-page research statement that describes past accomplishments (~1 page) and future research plans (~2 pages). 4) One-page statement that addresses your commitment to creating equitable, diverse, and inclusive environments in research and mentoring. This is an important component of the application and should be illustrated by examples from personal experiences and plans for future contributions. 5) List of names and contact information for three references. For more information about the search and application process please visit us at https://immunobiology.duke.edu/join-us. All applications should be submitted through: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25366 Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: The Department of IIB strives to achieve equity, and as such, we value promoting diversity and maintaining an atmosphere of inclusion. We welcome multiple approaches and points of view which provide a bridge to excellence in education and research. We support all IIB members regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation (https://immunobiology.duke.edu/EDI). Candidates with backgrounds underrepresented in biomedical sciences are especially encouraged to apply. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Duke IIB supports inclusive research and training environments and is committed to diversifying its faculty ranks. Important Dates: Applications should be received by October 15, 2023 for full consideration. Top candidates will be invited to a virtual symposium in late November or early December 2023 to present their research and future plans. On-campus visits for finalists will be scheduled for January 2024.Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Statement describing experiences/goals in mentoring/fostering diversity
- Three references (actual letters acceptable but not required, just names and email addresses )
And anything else requested in the position description.
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