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department of microbiology and immunology

Faculty Search

 

Temple University School of Medicine is undergoing a large expansion in research including the opening of the 480,000 sq. ft. New Medical School Building within two years. With this expansion, research in each of the basic science departments is being substantially increased. The Department  of Microbiology and Immunology has received resources to recruit a number of new faculty members at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Dr. John M. Daly, Dean of the School of Medicine, appointed Dr. Doina Ganea as Professor and Chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in September 2007. Previously, Dr. Ganea was Professor of Neuroimmunology at Rutgers University, Newark, NJ, and was recruited as Professor in the Department of Physiology at Temple University School of Medicine in November 2005. During her years at Rutgers and Temple, Dr. Ganea built a strong research program studying molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in inflammatory processes occurring both in the central nervous system and in the periphery, with emphasis on autoimmune diseases.


The Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Temple University School of Medicine, has a distinguished history in research, teaching, and graduate training. Under Dr. Ganea’s leadership the department will expand with the recruitment of several new faculty positions. The candidates are expected to be investigators with strong research programs in microbiology, virology and immunology. We are interested in, but not limited to candidates whose research could complement existing research interests in molecular microbiology, host/pathogen interactions, molecular virology, neuroimmunology and autoimmunity. Candidates at the Assistant Professor level should have the ability to establish and maintain a vigorous research program supported by peer-reviewed funding. Appointment at the Associate Professor level requires a strong research program and a consistent record of research funding including current extramural support.

 

Integral within the newly developing Department of Microbiology and Immunology is an expansion of graduate education. Since its inception in 1965, over one hundred students have graduated from the program with PhD degrees. The graduates of the program have been very successful in seeking and obtaining excellent positions. Over 70% of them are holding academic and/or research positions. This academic year, we have 45 graduate students in the Program. The Graduate Program is supported by an NIH Training Grant in Microbiology and Immunology. Additional support is provided by research grants and departmental resources. Nearly all students in the program are fully supported financially.

 

The department has a strong commitment to professional teaching programs for medical, dental, and podiatry students. A demonstrated record of effective teaching and/or a strong potential for developing high quality teaching is important. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in educating both graduate and professional students.


Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research accomplishments and future research plans electronically at microimm@temple.edu and should arrange for four letters of references to be sent to Dr. Doina Ganea, Professor and Chair, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Temple University School of Medicine, 3400 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140. Questions about the search can be also be emailed to microimm@temple.edu.


Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Temple University School of Medicine
3400 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140


Dottie Bathe
Department Search Coordinator
Phone: 215-707-6747
Fax:215-707-7788
Email: dbathe@temple.edu

(Please note – applications can only be received at microimm@temple.edu).


Temple University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and specifically invites and encourages applications from women and minorities.