Associate or Full Professor, Virology (Tenure Track) Heritage College of Ostepathic Medicine, Athens Campus
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Job Location:
Athens, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Virology at the Associate or Full Professor level. The successful candidate will also assume a leadership role within the Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute ( ITDI ) contributing to its strategic mission of advancing research education and community impact in infectious diseases. Position Overview We seek an accomplished virologist with a strong record of independent research extramural funding and mentorship. The candidates expertise should complement existing strengths in microbial pathogenesis and/or infectious disease biology and their leadership will be instrumental in guiding ITDIs continued growth and national visibility. Responsibilities Provide scientific and strategic leadership within the Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute ( ITDI ) . Maintain an active externally funded research program in virology. Teach virology and related topics to medical students. Mentor postdoctoral fellows graduate students and junior faculty. Contribute to institutional service and interdisciplinary collaborations across Biomedical Sciences Department ITDI and HCOM . Research Environment The successful candidate will join a collaborative and expanding community of infectious disease researchers with modern laboratory space in proximity to other Biosafety Level II microbial pathogenesis labs . HCOMs Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute provides a dynamic platform for translational research global health partnerships and interdisciplinary training initiatives that bridge medicine public health and molecular science. Appointment and Resources 11-month tenure-track appointment in the Department of Biomedical Sciences Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Final workload distribution is negotiable but will approximate 60% Research 20% Teaching and 20% Service . Preferred start date: July 1 2026 Competitive start-up package and access to shared core facilities. Institutional support will be provided jointly by the Office of Research and Grants ( ORG ) ITDI Vice President for Research ( VPR ) and the Department of Biomedical Sciences. Laboratory space is available on the Athens campus with potential for expansion in the new biomedical research building slated to open in 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. D.V.M M.D. D.O. or equivalent degree in virology microbiology or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated record of sustained competitive external funding Evidence of effective leadership and mentorship in academic or research settings Commitment to excellence in teaching and service Research focused on virus-host interactions emerging viral diseases or microbial pathogenesis Experience building interdisciplinary or cross-institutional research programs
The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Virology at the Associate or Full Professor level. The successful candidate will also assume a leadership role within the Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute ( ITDI ) contributing to its strategic mission of advancing research education and community impact in infectious diseases. Position Overview We seek an accomplished virologist with a strong record of independent research extramural funding and mentorship. The candidates expertise should complement existing strengths in microbial pathogenesis and/or infectious disease biology and their leadership will be instrumental in guiding ITDIs continued growth and national visibility. Responsibilities Provide scientific and strategic leadership within the Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute ( ITDI ) . Maintain an active externally funded research program in virology. Teach virology and related topics to medical students. Mentor postdoctoral fellows graduate students and junior faculty. Contribute to institutional service and interdisciplinary collaborations across Biomedical Sciences Department ITDI and HCOM . Research Environment The successful candidate will join a collaborative and expanding community of infectious disease researchers with modern laboratory space in proximity to other Biosafety Level II microbial pathogenesis labs . HCOMs Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute provides a dynamic platform for translational research global health partnerships and interdisciplinary training initiatives that bridge medicine public health and molecular science. Appointment and Resources 11-month tenure-track appointment in the Department of Biomedical Sciences Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine Final workload distribution is negotiable but will approximate 60% Research 20% Teaching and 20% Service . Preferred start date: July 1 2026 Competitive start-up package and access to shared core facilities. Institutional support will be provided jointly by the Office of Research and Grants ( ORG ) ITDI Vice President for Research ( VPR ) and the Department of Biomedical Sciences. Laboratory space is available on the Athens campus with potential for expansion in the new biomedical research building slated to open in 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. D.V.M M.D. D.O. or equivalent degree in virology microbiology or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated record of sustained competitive external funding Evidence of effective leadership and mentorship in academic or research settings Commitment to excellence in teaching and service Research focused on virus-host interactions emerging viral diseases or microbial pathogenesis Experience building interdisciplinary or cross-institutional research programs
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- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
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