Faculty Professor Associate - Full-Time at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine has tenure-track faculty positions available at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. The research focus for this recruitment is medically relevant microbiology, including viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi, with emphasis on host-pathogen interactions, immunology of infections, cellular microbiology, and evolutionary dynamics within the microbiome. The MMG faculty are members of the Graduate Program in Microbiology and Immunology (PMI) as well as other graduate programs. The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is consistently among the top ten in NIH-funded medical schools in the U.S. and is located in one of America’s most livable cities.

Requirements for Assistant Professor include a PhD or equivalent degree in the field of Microbiology or Immunology, 3 or more years of post-graduate research experience, and a strong publication record.

Associate Professor applicants should have a PhD or equivalent degree in the field of Microbiology or Immunology, 5 years of experience as a faculty member in a University, a strong publication record, and the potential to develop and sustain a strong independent research program and attract extramural grant support.

Applicants for appointment as associate professor must also have an established track record of independent publications and funding.

All faculty members are also expected to contribute to graduate and medical school teaching activities. Qualified candidates should apply through Home | Talent Center: Careers at Pitt | University of Pittsburgh to requisition number 25003838.

Please include:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum vitae

• 3-page summary of your research plans

• Names and contact information for three letters of recommendation.

  The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics currently has more than 30 primary faculty members with a diverse range of research interests, including virology, host-pathogen interactions, bacterial pathogenesis, immunology of infectious disease, microbial evolution and adaptation, and therapeutic and vaccine strategies against infections. For additional information about the Department and the School of Medicine, please visit our website: http://www.mmg.pitt.edu Preference will be given to candidates whose completed applications are received by December 15, 2025.

Please provide a 3 page summary of your research plans as well as the names and contact information for 3 letters of reference.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.