Employment Opportunities

Faculty Positions

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is recruiting new or established investigators with actively funded research programs in host-pathogen interactions. Highly qualified individuals will be considered for tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor.

The Department and the School of Medicine have significant strengths in microbial pathogenesis, vaccine development, HIV biology, genome sciences, inflammation, innate and adaptive immunity, clinical infectious diseases and international medicine. The Department offers excellent laboratory facilities, competitive salary and start-up packages, and access to numerous core facilities, including state-of-the-art BSL3 and ABSL3 facilities.

We are particularly interested in candidates who use multidisciplinary approaches to investigate the interaction of viral pathogens with the host and with a strong desire to interact with other investigators in the institution.

Successful candidates are expected to maintain active research programs and participate in department teaching and service opportunities.

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following (in a single PDF file) to microfacsearch@som.umaryland.edu:

(1) detailed curriculum vitae,
(2) statement of research interests, goals, and
(3) names and contact information for three to five references.

Applications should be addressed to the attention of: Chair, Faculty Search Committee.

Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2011

The University of Maryland, Baltimore is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer

Postdoctoral/Fellow Positions

A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, to model inherited lipid storage diseases using hES cell and induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell technology. We are using patient-derived iPS cells to study the molecular mechanisms leading to abnormal cell function, and to develop gene- and stem cell-based therapy. The candidate should have a PhD, experience in Cell/Molecular Biology, good oral and written communication skills, and be able to work independently. Experience in hES/iPS cell technology and hematopoietic or neural development is desirable.

Our laboratory is part of the newly established Center for Stem Cell Biology & Regenerative Medicine at UMB. This is an excellent opportunity for broad-based training in reprogramming biology and regenerative medicine.

Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply, please send resume and contact information for three references to Dr. Ricardo A. Feldman at rfeldman@umaryland.edu.