Associate or Full Professor in Translational Immunology
Join the Beirne B. Carter Center for Immunology Research at the University of Virginia as an Associate or Full Professor.
Best for:Best for established physician-scientists with external funding and a strong publication record in translational immunology.
Overview
The University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking an outstanding physician-scientist to join the Beirne B. Carter Center for Immunology Research at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. The successful candidate will lead a high-impact, collaborative research program in translational immunology, leveraging cutting-edge core facilities and resources across the university. Responsibilities include building an independent research program, securing external funding, teaching and mentoring graduate and medical students, and participating in academic service. Candidates must hold an MD or MD/PhD with national recognition and established external funding.
What you'll do
- Establish and direct an independent, rigorous research program in translational immunology
- Secure and maintain external research funding to support laboratory operations and personnel
- Participate in the teaching and mentoring of graduate students, medical students, and trainees
- Collaborate with resident and member faculty across multiple departments within the School of Medicine
- Engage in departmental and institutional service supporting diversity and scientific community development
Requirements
Degree required: MD or MD, PhD
Language: English; professional fluency
Instruction: English
Publications: Strong publication record demonstrating national recognition in translational immunology
- Demonstrated expertise in translational immunology research
- National recognition for scientific excellence and research achievements
- Proven track record of securing and holding external research funding
- Strong commitment to graduate and medical education, teaching, and mentorship
- Must hold an MD or MD, PhD degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-03 · open until filled
Complete a candidate profile online and submit a curriculum vitae, a two-page statement of research accomplishments and interests, and a 300-word statement of mentoring experiences. Direct any process or position questions to the search committee co-chairs by email.
- CV
- Research statement
- Mentoring statement
- Candidate profile
Contact
Jeffrey Sturek and Melanie Rutkowski· Search Committee Co-Chairs
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