Employment Type: Permanent Faculty

Vacancy ID: FAC0005181

Salary Range: Dependent on experience and/or qualifications

Position Summary/Description:

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of associate professor. This recruitment seeks creative scientists working on the problem of drug resistance in bacterial pathogens. Investigators directly addressing biofilm-associated infections, abscesses and diabetic wound infections and/or applying novel drug-delivery approaches, such as ultrasound-stimulated cavitation enhanced drug delivery, are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants with expertise in host-pathogen interaction capable of synergizing with existing strengths in pathogens of the diabetic wound environment are also encouraged to apply. The position features outstanding research space, and a collaborative environment.