The Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Southern Mississippi (www.usm.edu/biology/) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in immunology and/or virology. The successful candidate will join our rapidly growing and collaborative microbiology/molecular biology group. We are seeking outstanding candidates taking innovative, molecular and cellular approaches to the study of immunology and/or virology. This area is broadly defined and would include the study of immunology, immunopathology, virology, or host-pathogen interactions. Applicants will be expected to establish an active, extramurally funded research program, mentor graduate students, and participate in undergraduate/graduate teaching in their area of expertise. A doctorate in an appropriate discipline and postdoctoral research experience is required. A competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, competitive startup package, lab space, and state-of-the-art facilities will be provided. The position will begin August 2011 and is contingent on available funding. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.usm.edu (Job posting# 0001627). Review of applications will begin February 1, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. For inquiries about the position, contact Dr. Mohamed Elasri, Search Committee Chair, at (601) 266 6916 or [email protected]. AA/EOA/ADAI
