Faculty – Viral Pathogenesis

Faculty at any rank – Viral Pathogenesis

Texas Biomed seeks to recruit faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank to develop/expand a successful and impactful independent research program that will be supported by federal and independent agency funds. Research interests can include basic research on viral interactions with host, development of vaccines or therapeutics for viral infection, or the study of viral communities in line with our institutional programs. Examples include mechanisms of virus cell entry, the impact of viral infection on non-communicable diseases, and protective immunity to viral infections.

Qualifications: M.D., Ph.D. and/or DVM in Microbiology, Immunology, Genetics, or other related fields.  Demonstrated research productivity and evidence of an independently-funded research program.  Experience working with interdisciplinary research teams, and mentoring members of underrepresented groups.

Applicants should include: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) a summary of past research accomplishments highlighting their relevance to one or more of the three program areas, (3) a statement of future research plans, and (4) names and emails of at least three professional references.  Review of applications will begin on 03/01/2021 and continue until the positions are filled. Inquiries may be directed to the chairs of the search committee, Dr. Cole (scole@txbiomed.org) and/or Dr. Carrion (rcarrion@txbiomed.org). 

Commitment to increasing diversity in science: Texas Biomed hires according to its values of Teamwork, Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Safety and is highly committed to establishing a culturally and intellectually diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status and to ensure that affirmative action is taken in fulfillment of this policy. Texas Biomed is aligned with multiple educational and commercial entities in San Antonio and is committed to recruit and support dual-career families.

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