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Iowa State University Tenure Track – Assistant or Associate Professor-Virology in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Tenure Track – Assistant or Associate Professor-Virology
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Iowa State University (ISU), in Ames, Iowa is accepting applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Virology within the Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Preventive Medicine (VMPM). VMPM provides teaching and research in immunology, infectious diseases, bacterial and viral pathogenesis, host-microbe interactions, vaccine development, antimicrobial resistance, food safety, and public health.
Responsibilities of this 9-month, tenure-track position include establishing and maintaining an active, extramurally funded, independent research program focused on virology in an area complementary to established programs in the department (75%); contribute to the teaching needs of the VMPM department (20%); and perform university service (5%). Areas of research aligned with the mission of VMPM include, but are not limited to: mechanisms of resistance to viral and bacterial infections, vaccinology, genomics, proteomics, and host/pathogen interactions. Teaching responsibilities may lie within the undergraduate, graduate, and/or professional veterinary curriculum.
The successful candidate will have a unique focus complementary to the department’s mission in current research interests as stated above. All CVM employees have a responsibility to maintain a positive workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment. Collegial interactions with all co-workers in the CVM will be expected.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D or equivalent degree in virology, microbiology, infectious disease, or related discipline
Documented research focus in virology
In addition to the requirements above, below are minimum qualifications at the following rank:
Associate Professor:
Additional years of experience as an independent investigator
Documented history of extramural funding as a principal investigator
Experience mentoring graduate students or postdoctoral fellows
Evidence of strong student evaluations from didactic teaching
Preferred Qualifications:
DVM degree
Minimum of three years postdoctoral experience
Documented publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Documented teaching experience
Department/Program & College Description:
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see www.iastate.edu). Ames is also the home of the USDA National Centers for Animal Health (see https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_health/lab_info_services/downloads/NCAHFactsheet.pdf)
Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted one of the best college towns in the nation.
ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution.
All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within the program, the department, college, and university activities and collegial interactions, and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.
Department Unit/Website: Please visit our department’s website for more information about research, news events, and our institutes and centers: https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vmpm
Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter3) Contact Information for Three External ReferencesFor questions regarding this position, please email Dr. Cathy Miller at clm@iastate.edu. Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: August 12, 2024
Posting Close Date:September 30, 2024
Job Requisition Number:R15295
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
