Assistant / Associate / Professor - Virology, RNA virus, emerging viruses
The Department of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the ranks of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Virology.
About the role
We are seeking two outstanding, creative investigators in any area of virology. UF has 70 virology research laboratories situated across seven colleges and institutes that are supported by state-of-the-art resources and centers in immunology, vector biology, metabolomics, and oncogenesis. UF is also developing a world-class artificial intelligence (AI) research infrastructure to support investigators. Research spans many virus families, with existing strengths in arboviruses, tumor viruses, polymicrobial interactions, and neurovirology. We are particularly interested in recruiting candidates who will build a research program that complements these existing strengths.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop or have created a vibrant, externally funded research program, participate in graduate-level teaching, and recruit and mentor outstanding trainees.
Requirements
- PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in the biomedical sciences or a related field of study
Benefits
- Outstanding research space
- Highly collaborative environment
- Substantial start-up packages
Applications received by August 31, 2026 will receive full consideration. Pre-/post-submission inquiries should be directed to Dr. Stephanie Karst (skarst@ufl.edu) or Dr. David Bloom (dbloom@ufl.edu).