Associate/Investigator - Immunology

About the role

The Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking an outstanding immunologist to join its expanding research community. This recruitment is part of a major initiative to advance immunology research. VBRI is a private research institute and leader in blood-related research, spanning fundamental mechanisms to clinical and translational studies.

Responsibilities

• Defines and implements a fundable research program.
• Obtains funding from sources outside of the BCW.
• Holds a faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor Level at a local University/Medical School.
• Maintains an active scientific publications record.
• Contributes to growth and viability of BCW Science and Technology programs.
• Mentors pre/post doctoral Fellows and Research Scientists.
• Sustains and expands a competitive research program.
• Leads an innovative and collaborative laboratory.
• Contributes to education, training, and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Education: M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree (e.g., D.Sc.) required.
• Experience: M.D. or Ph.D. degree having two or more years of post-doctoral experience required.
• Significant track record of scientific accomplishment, as evidenced by high-quality publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals required.
• Demonstrated potential for developing an outstanding, independently-funded research program required.
• Eligible to hold a University faculty appointment at the level of Assistant Professor required.