The Department is interested in candidates working at the cutting edge in host-microbe interactions focusing on parasitology. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, independent, extramurally funded research program, actively participate in the graduate, undergraduate, and/or medical student teaching programs of the Department and provide university and community service as appropriate.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is a world-class academic institution with an international
reputation for basic, applied, and cross-disciplinary research. It attracts both scholars and students at all levels from around the world. The Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology, within the School of Medicine and Public Health, is a campus focal point for research on the pathogenicity and host-responses to infectious diseases that significantly impact global health.
SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

The successful candidate will be expected to:
1) Develop a vigorous, independent, extramurally funded research program---60%
2) Actively participate in the graduate, undergraduate, and/or medical student teaching programs of the Department---30%
3) Provide university and community service as appropriate---10%
The successful applicant will participate in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and the School of Medicine and Public Health. An essential part of these duties will be working in a collegial relationship with other faculty members.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Required
Terminal Degree
MD, or PhD in Biology or related field, is required.

At least three years postdoctoral research experience in host-microbe interactions, with a focus on parasitology, is required. Candidates must have a distinguished academic record and a demonstrated record of extramural funding.

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

JULY 01, 2023

Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/ ).

At UW School of Medicine and Public Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you're not sure you meet all of these qualifications.
The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology and the University of Wisconsin-Madison are committed to fostering diversity. We encourage applications from potential candidates of all race, class, gender, sexuality, ability, nationality, religion, and other group identities; and we encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is December 15, 2022, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled. Your application must be received through the Jobs at UW portal to be considered as a candidate. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered.
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button and use the online UW Job Application system to submit the following:
-Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
-A cover letter describing 1) your interest in this position, 2) what you would bring to the Department of Medical
Microbiology and Immunology, 3) how the Department could contribute to your career, and 4) how you would contribute to the Department's mission to foster an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.
-Diversity statement that describes the applicant's commitment, including past experience and future plans, to contribute to DEI.
-Statement of research (maximum of 3-pages) describing current and future directions that include a brief description of teaching philosophy
-A single PDF document containing three (3) sample publications.
-Contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. After submitting your application, the references provided will automatically be contacted to provide a reference on your behalf.

Lily Kramer
lbkramer@wisc.edu
608-262-7216
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Assistant Professor(FA040)

A534700-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MED MICROBIO/MED MICRO

Faculty

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