The Department of Microbiology at the University of Washington in Seattle is conducting a search for a Research Assistant Professor in the field of persistence and drug tolerance in pathogenic bacteria, including M. tuberculosis. The investigator will be able to interact with University of Washington investigators interested in developing strategies to treat and prevent emerging infectious diseases and HIV. The position is a 12-month, full time, non- tenure track position in the School of Medicine. The anticipated start date is summer 2025. The base full-time equivalent salary range for this position will be $70,000 - $80,000 per annum commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The successful candidate is expected to engage in innovative investigation and develop a growing regional or national reputation for leading the development of an independent research program on the adaptive strategies and resulting physiology of pathogenic bacteria exposed to chemotherapy

University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research and service.

Applicants must have a strong record of graduate research and at least three years of postdoctoral experience and publications, as well as a total of 3 to 4 years of experience working on pathogenic bacteria in a BL-3 environment is required.

Candidates for this position must hold a PhD degree in microbiology or related discipline (or foreign equivalent). An MD or foreign equivalent is also acceptable.

To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and a concise summary of research accomplishments through the web portal: http://apply.interfolio.com/165313

Applicants should also arrange for 3 letters of reference from reviewers who will receive separate instructions sent automatically by interfolio addressed to Dr. David R. Sherman, Chair, Department of Microbiology, University of Washington, 750 Republican St., Box 358071, Room F804, Seattle, WA 98109. Applications received by April 15 will receive priority.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits Information

A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/benefits-orientation/benefit-summary-pdfs/. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

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To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

About University of Washington

Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.

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