Faculty Position in Microbiology
Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, United States

FACULTY POSITION in MICROBIOLOGY (Zoonosis)

The Department of Veterinary Biosciences, the Ohio State University is offering a tenure-track faculty position at the ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR level in the area of zoonosis. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., D.V.M., or M.D, postdoctoral experience, documented evidence of high quality research, and a commitment to teaching and research at a major research university. Candidate will be expected to establish extramurally funded (Assistant Professor), have extramurally funded (Associate Professor) independent research program focused on microbial pathogenesis, and become involved in collaborative research in the College of Veterinary Medicine and broader University community. This position is part of a new university-wide Targeted Investment in Excellence in Public Health Preparedness and Infectious Diseases. Very competitive salaries, star-up packages, and excellent BSL-3, DNA, RNA, and protein core facilities are available.

Applications should include curriculum vitae, statement of career goals, summary of current research activities, and the names (with complete mailing, phone, fax, and e-mail address) of at least four individuals from whom letters of reference may be solicited. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2008, and continue until the position is filled. Address all correspondence electronically (preferred) or by mail to: Dr. Yasuko Rikihisa, Search Committee Chair, Department of Veterinary Biosciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, 1925 Coffey Road, Columbus, OH 43210. Full job description and department details at website: http://www.vet.ohio-state.edu/jobs.htm.

The Ohio State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.