Assistant Professor

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

Location: Work primarily located at North Campus Edmonton.

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Department/Faculty Summary

The mission of the Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology is to provide an enriched environment for research, education and training in the field of infection and immunity that links molecular mechanisms to disease, treatment and prevention.

Position Summary

The Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada, invites applications for a tenure track position at the assistant professor level. We are seeking outstanding candidates with a strong track record in synthetic virology with preferred expertise in the field of poxviruses and working experience under biosafety level 3 conditions. Additional experience in grant writing and training of graduate students would be beneficial. The successful candidate will be appointed as a faculty member in the Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology, contingent on ongoing funding.

Duties

The successful candidate will conduct innovative independent research to attract external funding and outstanding research trainees, and will contribute to the Department’s undergraduate and graduate programs, including teaching and assisting with administration. The candidate would be expected to be a full member of the Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology. The privilege of membership includes additional opportunities for funding.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a PhD, postdoctoral experience and a proven record of quality research achievements.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in the field of poxviruses is preferred.

How to Apply

Please attach the below documents while applying:

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• List of publications
• Research Plan
• Statement of teaching/research interests
• Equity, diversity and inclusivity philosophy

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.