Faculty Position in Innate Immunity
University of Massachusetts Medical School
The Program in Innate Immunity (http://www.umassmed.edu/pii) and the Division of
Infectious Diseases and Immunology (https://www.umassmed.edu/infdis/) at the
University of Massachusetts Medical School invites applications for a tenure-track faculty
position. We have a major interest in innate immunity, inflammation, host-microbe
interactions including the microbiome as well as autoinflammatory and autoimmune
diseases, with research teams led by Drs. Douglas Golenbock, Kate Fitzgerald, Read
Pukkila-Worley, Megan Orzalli, Sanjay Ram, Zaida Ortiz-Ramirez, Egil Lien, Evelyn
Kurt-Jones, Stuart Levitz, Ann Moormann, and Ricardo Gazzinelli. We embrace different
experimental systems including human and patient-based studies, murine and
invertebrate model systems, along with approaches that harness host and/or microbe
genetics, cell biology, immunology, genomics and/or systems biology. Successful
candidates will conduct innovative research to understand host-pathogen interactions,
mechanisms of infectious or inflammatory diseases, and/or develop novel therapies for
immune-mediated diseases. Candidates need not necessarily conduct research entirely
focused on innate immunity but should indicate how their research will synergize with
ongoing research within the Program & Division, as well as the greater UMass Medical
School community. UMMS faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research and
service, and the successful candidate will be expected to direct an externally funded
independent research program as well as participate in graduate and/or medical
education. Modern laboratory space will be provided in the Lazare Research Building
and extensive core facilities are available on campus. Candidates must have a Ph.D.
and/or M.D. (or equivalents), and a record of significant research accomplishments with
the potential to lead an independent research program. Highest priority will be given to
investigators with outstanding research programs that enhance our current strengths as
well as demonstrated interest in improving diversity and inclusion in the life sciences.
Successful candidates will also demonstrate strong communication skills and an ability
to engage in collaborative research endeavors.
Review of applications will begin June 1, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should upload a cover letter, CV, research statement, diversity statement, and publication list to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/18469. To expedite the review process,
applicants should also invite three individuals who are familiar with their work and
potential for success to upload recommendation letters. Please refer any inquiries (but
not application materials) to: Neal Silverman, PhD, Search Committee Chair and
Professor of Medicine, neal.silverman@umassmed.edu.
UMass Medical School is committed to being an equal opportunity and affirmative action
employer and recognizes the power of a diverse community. We encourage applications
from protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and those with varied experiences,
perspectives and backgrounds to consider UMass Medical School as their employer of choice.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMMS recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. |
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