Tenure Track Faculty - Viral Immunology

MCW’s Department of Microbiology & Immunology (M&I) seeks a tenure-track faculty member to advance research in viral immunology. The successful candidate will build and sustain a vigorous, externally funded program that aligns with departmental and campus priorities, with preference given to those studying viral interactions with the host immune system. Expertise in New Approach Methodologies, animal models, and translational science is especially welcome. This full-time, multi-year appointment offers competitive salary, spacious research facilities, and substantial start-up funds.

About the Department

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology (M&I) is a dynamic hub for microbial pathogenesis and immunology research at MCW, comprising over 40 research faculty and 40+ graduate students. M&I fosters collaborative research and training across the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus, partnering with MCW, Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, and the Versiti Blood Research Institute. Faculty explore diverse areas such as immuno-oncology, inflammation, virology, bacteriology, parasitology, antimicrobial resistance, microbial pathogenesis, and the microbiome’s role in health and disease. Research is conducted in renovated, open lab spaces designed to support cutting-edge biomedical science and collaboration. Faculty actively engage with the Center for Immunology, Center for Microbiome Research, Cancer Center, and Center for Infectious Disease Research to build vibrant basic, translational, and clinical programs.

Position Highlights

• Preference for visionary, collaborative, and highly motivated professionals with experience in multidisciplinary research spanning basic, clinical, and translational domains
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to innovative, cross-functional research initiatives
• Strong commitment to excellence in graduate and medical education
• Ability to work effectively within a collegial, team-oriented academic environment
• Dedication to advancing the mission of research, teaching, and service within the institution

Qualifications

• PhD, MD-PhD, or equivalent with relevant postdoctoral training and a peer-reviewed publication record demonstrating potential for extramural funding
• Candidates for Associate and Professor positions must lead a well-established, extramurally funded research program
• Visionary, collegial, and highly motivated, with preference for experience in multidisciplinary research spanning basic, clinical, and translational domains
• Strong commitment to graduate and medical education

About MCW

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is Wisconsin’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school, with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Central Wisconsin. MCW ranks in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second-largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is central to MCW’s mission, uniting scientists, clinicians, students, and community members to address complex health challenges. MCW’s diverse community collaborates to pioneer pathways to a healthier world, with research and patient care driving continuous innovation. Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and 905 advanced practice providers care for over 484,000 patients annually across Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and other regional hospitals and clinics, totaling more than 5.1 million patient visits per year.

About Milwaukee

Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s largest city, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. With a metropolitan population of over 1.6 million, Milwaukee offers affordability, comfort, and a high quality of life. The city blends urban amenities with ease of access, featuring diverse neighborhoods, a vibrant downtown, and scenic lakefront parks. Downtown Milwaukee is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, professional sports teams (Milwaukee Bucks and Brewers), bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors provide ample recreational opportunities, including hiking, cycling, and boating. Milwaukee ranks as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest U.S. cities, combining big-city advantages with lower stress and cost.