Faculty Position in Immunology (Tenure Track)

About the Job

The Center for Immunology (CFI) together with the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the University of Minnesota Medical School seeks outstanding tenure-track faculty candidates at the rank of Assistant Professor to address foundational questions in immunology. We welcome applicants working across diverse areas, including but not limited to inflammation, immunity to infection, cancer immunology, neuroimmunology, systems immunology and tissue homeostasis. Successful candidates will develop innovative, externally funded research programs that advance the mechanistic understanding of immune function in health and disease.

Candidates must hold a PhD and demonstrate a strong record of research productivity.

The faculty appointment will be in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (http://www.med.umn.edu/pathology), which has a distinguished history of accomplishments in basic and clinical sciences. The successful candidate will be a core member of the CFI (https://med.umn.edu/immunology) and will be located within the Center, fostering close engagement in a highly collaborative and interactive research community. The University of Minnesota provides access to state-of-the-art core facilities, including advanced genomics, imaging and cytometry platforms. Faculty benefit from extensive opportunities for collaboration across the Medical School and with multiple interdisciplinary centers, including the Masonic Cancer Center (http://www.cancer.umn.edu), an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $102,000 - 125,000 depending on education/qualifications/experience Time Appointment: 100% Appointment Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach -

• CV
• cover letter
• research statement (up to 3 pages)
• the name and contact information for three references

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.