Position Summary
The Microbiology Program in the Indiana University Department of Biology ( invites applications for a tenured/tenuretrack position in Virology at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor. We are particularly interested in scientists studying emerging viruses. We encourage applications from candidates focused on the following areas of research: structurefunction analysis of viral proteins cell and molecular biology of events in viral replication cellular responses to virus infection and experimental approaches to virus evolution. Scientists working on model viral systems that inform our understanding of the biology of emerging viruses will also be considered. Start dates of Fall 2023 or Fall 2024 are possible. This position is part of a significant continuing expansion in the life sciences at IU Bloomington and represents an exceptional opportunity to join a strong Microbiology Program comprised of both Virologists and Bacteriologists. There also exists opportunities for interactions with programs in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry Genome Cell and Developmental Biology Evolutionary Biology and Medical Sciences. The selected candidate will be provided with a competitive startup package and salary and will have access to outstanding research resources including stateoftheart facilities for genomics and bioinformatics light and electron microscopy flow cytometry protein analysis analytical chemistry biophysical instrumentation and crystallography. Bloomington is a quintessential cosmopolitan college town located in the rolling hills and forests of southcentral Indiana. Bloomington offers the sophistication of a cultural capital with internationalcaliber performances in opera theater music and dance all in a small town walkable friendly setting. The city is located among the hills lakes and forested landscape of southcentral Indiana providing extensive opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking camping water sports and cycling.