Research Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology
Position Overview
Organization: Microbiology
Title: Research Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Microbiology at the University of Washington in Seattle is conducting a search for a Research Assistant Professor in the field of persistence and drug tolerance in pathogenic bacteria, including M. tuberculosis. The investigator will be able to interact with University of Washington investigators interested in developing strategies to treat and prevent emerging infectious diseases and HIV. The position is a 12-month, full time, non- tenure track position in the School of Medicine. The anticipated start date is summer 2025. The base full-time equivalent salary range for this position will be $70,000 - $80,000 per annum commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate is expected to engage in innovative investigation and develop a growing regional or national reputation for leading the development of an independent research program on the adaptive strategies and resulting physiology of pathogenic bacteria exposed to chemotherapy
University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a strong record of graduate research and at least three years of postdoctoral experience and publications, as well as a total of 3 to 4 years of experience working on pathogenic bacteria in a BL-3 environment is required.
Candidates for this position must hold a PhD degree in microbiology or related discipline (or foreign equivalent). An MD or foreign equivalent is also acceptable.
Instructions
To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and a concise summary of research accomplishments through the web portal: http://apply.interfolio.com/165313
Applicants should also arrange for 3 letters of reference from reviewers who will receive separate instructions sent automatically by interfolio addressed to Dr. David R. Sherman, Chair, Department of Microbiology, University of Washington, 750 Republican St., Box 358071, Room F804, Seattle, WA 98109. Applications received by April 15 will receive priority.
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