Research Assistant Professor WOT, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Position Overview
Organization: Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Title: Research Assistant Professor WOT, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Washington, seeks one (1) full-time Research Assistant Professor WOT (without tenure), due to reasons of funding, in the field of malaria biology and vaccine development. The investigator will interact with University of Washington investigators interested in developing strategies to prevent and treat parasitic infections such as malaria and related pathogens. Additional responsibilities may include the teaching of graduate students, residents, fellows, medical students and medical laboratory scientist program undergraduates. The investigator is responsible for developing and maintaining an extramurally-funded research program. This position will lead the development of an independent research program on the role of vaccine development and pathogenesis in malaria and related emerging infections diseases. Research track appointees are eligible for multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. This position is full-time, non-tenured, and remains open until filled with an anticipated start date in Winter 2024, but is flexible.
The base salary range for this position will be $8,245 to $11,133 per month ($98,935 to $133,591 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Other compensation associated with this position may include an administrative salary supplement.
UW faculty demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism and engage in teaching, research, and clinical service. UW faculty embrace the vision of excellence, collaboration, and integrity. Come join us in one of the most beautiful and exciting locations in the U.S. as we pursue our mission of creatively and durably improving health.
Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Microbiology or a related field. An MD (or foreign equivalent) with prior expertise in microbiology is also acceptable. Applicants must have a strong record of graduate and postdoctoral research, as documented by peer-reviewed publications. Expertise working on rodent and non-human primate pre-clinical models of infectious diseases and expertise in malaria are required.
Instructions
Applicants should upload to Interfolio their CV, a letter detailing research interests and future goals, a statement of past and planned contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion, and contact information for at least three references addressed to Dr. Brad T. Cookson, M.D., Ph.D., Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits Information
A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
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Disability Services
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information
Under University of Washington (UW) Policy, University-compensated personnel must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.