Job Description

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply online via this link. Review of applications will begin October 11, 2024 and continue until suitable candidates are identified. Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to the search committee via email at [email protected] 

A complete application should include:

Job Summary

The Department of Epidemiology at the University of Michigan School of Public Health invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track faculty position with a focus on infectious disease epidemiology. The successful candidate will have or develop a research program that includes a laboratory component focused on one or more viral pathogens within a population health context, nationally or globally. We are interested in a broad range of substantive areas including virology, immunology, and global health. We seek an innovative, high-quality scholar dedicated to researching and combating viral infectious diseases. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. 

We especially encourage applications from scientists whose research focuses on biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) pathogens, the epidemiology and transmission of viral pathogens, vector-borne diseases, emerging viral infections, immunology, pathogenesis and/or work in a global setting.  Ultimately, we seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied perspectives, educational and applied experiences, and ways of knowing and learning.

Required Qualifications*

Required qualifications include a doctoral degree and a strong track record of infectious disease epidemiological research. Applicants are expected to have evidence of independence and the potential to become strong graduate-level instructors. 

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Assistant Professor/Associate Professor /Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

Additional Information

Our Department of Epidemiology is home to more than 40 highly interdisciplinary, internationally recognized faculty members whose research encompasses a broad range of epidemiologic disciplines. The Department also has 23 joint and adjunct faculty members who hold primary appointments in other departments (e.g., Environmental Health Sciences, Biostatistics, Medicine, Institute for Social Research, among others) or who work in important public health sectors outside of academia.  Research expenditures in the Department of Epidemiology were just under $37 million dollars during the 2022 fiscal year. BSL-2 and BSL-3 facilities are available in the School of Public Health, supporting cutting-edge research on infectious diseases.The Department, School and University have several relevant research centers including the Michigan Center for Infectious Disease Threats (MCIDT), Molecular and Clinical Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases (MAC-EPID), Center for Respiratory Virus Research and Response, and the Center for Global Health Equity (CGHE). The Department has large and highly successful training programs at both the masters and doctoral level, and the School of Public Health has a thriving undergraduate program. 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and women are particularly encouraged to apply. This search will be conducted in a manner consistent with the University of Michigan's newly released campus-wide Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Planning Initiative. For more information, see http://diversity.umich.edu/our-commitment/. The University is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples.  

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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