Assistant or Associate Professor

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 17 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Assistant or Associate Professor
Position Number 962523
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department EHH BSOM Microbiology and Immuun
Department Homepage https://microbiology-immunology.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY
Division ECU Health/BSOM
Classification Title Assistant or Associate Professor
Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category Faculty (Teaching)
Organizational Unit Overview
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a distinguished research and teaching facility of East Carolina University School of Medicine consisting of approximately 50 people.
This department provides an academic base for teacher-scientists employed by the School of Medicine at East Carolina University in the disciplines of microbiology, immunology, molecular biology and other related disciplines. The department provides instruction to medical students and dental students, and provides instruction, guidance, and research experience to Ph.D. and M.S. students seeking degrees in microbiology and immunology. The department also offers a postdoctoral research training program. The department supports an array of faculty directed research programs of which many are supported by extramural grants and/or contracts. The department provides service to the school, university, state, nation, and to the profession by activities of faculty members on committees, study sections, in professional organizations, as consultants, and through other activities.
Job Duties
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, invites applications for a tenure-track or fixed-term faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. This position is research intensive and is intended for individuals who will develop and maintain a federally-funded, independent research program in the area of pathogenic virology. Successful candidates will have significant protected time to establish their research programs and will be expected to participate in teaching medical, dental, and graduate students. Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications. This new faculty position will be supported by generous laboratory space, state salary support, and a competitive research startup package.
The Department has 16 faculty, an active doctoral studies program, and state-of-the art instrumentation. Onsite facilities include those for flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, live animal imaging, laser capture microdissection, phosphor imaging, and electron microscopy. In addition, the Brody School of Medicine has a modern AAALAC-accredited animal care facility with a well-trained veterinary staff, and a freshly remodeled BSL-3 facility. ECU is located in Greenville, NC, a city of 90,000 residents in the coastal region of North Carolina. Greenville offers a growing, vibrant college-town atmosphere, a temperate climate, and outstanding cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities along with affordable costs of living (www.greenvillenc.gov). ECU is a member of the 17-campus University of North Carolina system, dedicated to serving our state and its people through world-class teaching, outreach, service, research, and scholarship.
Job Duties:
Meet classes regularly and perform all tasks necessary for carrying out normal instructional activities, participate in University and community activities, especially as they may relate to the responsibility to render service in the academic community, perform research or other creative activity that contributes significantly to the academic field.
Contingent upon availability of funds
Anticipated start date: 04/30/2024
Minimum Education/Experience
PhD or MD from an appropriately accredited institution in Microbiology/Immunology, a basic science field, or other related discipline. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Preference will be given to those who complement existing faculty research strengths.
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the references section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.
Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 11/20/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins 12/20/2023
Rank Level Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/67045
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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