FACULTY POSITION
Sealy Center For Cancer Cell Biology and Department of Microbiology and Immunology
The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology and the Sealy Center of Cancer Cell Biology at UTMB are seeking experienced researchers for tenure track positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Candidates are expected to engage in research and teaching activities in the Department and in campus-wide programs in cancer biology and immunology. The candidate should have an MD, DVM, PhD, or MD/PhD degree and a background that includes the potential to build a strong extramurally funded research program.

Preferential consideration will be given to those with a research background in inflammation, tumor microenvironment, immunology and cancer cell biology. The successful candidate will have demonstrated academic scholarship in the form of publications in major peer-reviewed journals, a record of continued extramural research funding or the potential to establish a funded program, and a willingness to work in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.

Recruited faculty will be provided with generous start-up packages, competitive compensation and benefits, modern laboratory space within the center, and access to state-of-the-art core facilities. Diversity is a key UTMB core values, and actively sought in our applicant pools, including, ethnic, cultural, gender and research interests. The city of Galveston, a popular tourist destination that includes beaches, museums, historical sights, four cruise lines, and excellent restaurants, is 45 minutes away from Houston, the nation's fourth largest city. The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), is the oldest medical school in the state and has a research base that rivals most public universities in the country. Its collaboration between departments in both conducting research and teaching is one of the strengths of the institution.

Applicants for an assistant professor position should have at least three years of post-doctoral or equivalent experience and a strong publication record. Candidates for an associate professor position should have established, funded research programs and a strong publication record. Please send electronic copies of a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and goals, and the names of four references to: B. Mark Evers, M.D. Sealy Center for Cancer Cell Biology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, http://www.utmb.edu/scccb/
email: reply.scccb@utmb.edu.

UTMB is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Faculty position in Virology

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston seeks a Virologist (MD and/or PhD) for tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. Candidates with proven abilities in research relating to the molecular biology of influenza viruses and negative strand RNA viruses, including demonstrated success in competing for research funding and a strong publication record, are encouraged to apply. UTMB, as home to the NIAID-supported Western Regional Center of Excellence in Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases and the Galveston National Laboratory offers the successful candidate outstanding opportunities for collaborations with over 150 scientists focusing on infectious disease/immunology research, unique BSL-3 and BSL-4 containment laboratories, and a broad array of state-of-the-art research core facilities. Interested candidates should send a C.V., outline of research interests and names of four references electronically to Virology.micro@utmb.edu or mail to: Virology Search Committee, UTMB, 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77555-1019.

Faculty position in Immunology

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston is inviting applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. We are seeking candidates with research focusing on fundamental or applied aspects of immunology that complement the university’s multidisciplinary strengths in host-pathogen interaction and vaccine development. Areas of particular interest include basic cellular and molecular immunology, innate immunity, vaccines, immunoregulation and immune responses to viral and other microbial pathogens although outstanding scientists in other areas of immunology are encouraged to apply.

The Department offers unique opportunities for novel infectious disease research with the opening of the Galveston National Laboratory housing BSL-3 and BSL-4 containment laboratories and a broad array of state-of-the-art research core facilities. UTMB is home to the NIH-funded Western Regional Center of Excellence in Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Diseases. Infectious disease research is one of UTMB’s strengths with over 150 faculty collaborating campus-wide to translate today’s research into tomorrow’s vaccines, therapeutics and diagnostics for naturally occurring emerging diseases as well as bioagents.

Essential qualifications for the position include a DVM, MD and/or PhD degree and a demonstrated record of accomplishment in extramural funding, publication and teaching. The selected candidate will be expected to establish an independent research program supported by continued external research funding and participate in the teaching mission of the department. Salary and benefits are highly competitive.

Interested candidates should send a C.V., outline of research interests and names of four references electronically to: Immunology.micro@utmb.edu or mail to the Immunology Search Committee, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd., Galveston, TX 77555-1075.

Faculty position in Immunology

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology and the Sealy Center of Cancer Cell Biology at UTMB are seeking an experienced researcher for a tenure track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Candidates are expected to engage in research and teaching activities in the Department and in campus-wide programs in cancer and immunology. The candidate should have an MD, DVM, PhD, or MD/PhD degree and a background that includes the potential to build a strong extramurally funded research program.

Preferential consideration will be given to candidates actively investigating the roles of inflammation, microenvironment and the immune system in cancer development, progression and/or metastasis. Additionally, successful candidates will have demonstrated academic scholarship in the form of publications in major peer-reviewed journals and a record of continued extramural research funding or the potential to establish a funded program.

Recruited faculty will be provided with generous startup packages, competitive compensation and benefits, modern laboratory space within the center, and access to state-of-the-art core facilities.

Applicants for an assistant professor position should have at least three years of post-doctoral or quivalent experience and a strong publication record. Candidates for an associate professor position should have established, funded research programs and a strong publication record. Please send electronic copies of a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and goals, and the names of four references to: B. Mark Evers, M.D. Sealy Center for Cancer Cell Biology, The University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd., Galveston, TX 77555-1048, http://www.utmb.edu/scccb/ email: reply.scccb@utmb.edu.

Operations & Services Manager (9486) (job line)

Preferred Skill/Competency:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field; 3 years related experience.

Salary Range:
From $55,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Specific Job Related Duties:
Incumbent will develop and maintain operational procedures and standards for large scale electronic data processing system. Evaluating the scheduling of personal computer operation processes will become part of the routine work day. Individual will identify and monitor compliance issues and take necessary precautions as needed. Employee will liaison with various key personnel for troubleshooting as needed.

Preferred Work Experience:
1) Familiarity with information systems in a regulated (GLP) environment
2) General understanding of computer networking
3) Experience in PC, printer and network server support
4) General understanding of digital phone systems

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution which proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Min Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field and seven years of related experience.

Job Description:
To manage, coordinate, and supervise personnel, equipment and the production process involved in user services.

Research Associate I - Hoffmann (10861) (job line)

Preferred Skill/Competency:
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Salary Range:
From $27,680 To $32,500 Annually

Specific Job Related Duties:
Individual will work closely with PI and lab associates with ongoing projects related to influenza virus research. Individual will also perform routine lab experiments, run assays, and keep a detailed lab notebook.

Preferred Work Experience:
Experience in basic molecular biology, virological techniques and culturing of tissue culture cells.
Prior or current experience in a lab is preferred.
Prior or current animal training is preferred.
BSL 3 trained to work in various viral select agents.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution which proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Min Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in basic science or equivalent; no experience required.

Job Description:
Performs varying standardized laboratory assignments and experiments.

Postdoctoral Position - Garg

A postdoctoral research post, funded by the National Institutes of Health, is available in the laboratory of Dr Nisha J Garg at the Department of Microbiology & Immunology, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, TX.

The project will study the functional role of oxidative stress, and inflammation in experimental and human chagasic cardiomyopathy, caused by parasitic protozoan Trypanosoma cruzi. In addition, the project entails to employ system biology approach to identify the role of mitochondria and associated signaling networks.

Successful candidates will join a friendly, dynamic, and well-funded group and collaborate with other institutional and international laboratories. A Ph.D. with experience in tissue culture, molecular biology, and immunological techniques is required. Previous experience in oxidative signaling of inflammatory processes and publications in immunological fields are highly desirable.

Please send your CV or resume by email to nigarg@utmb.edu or bjiles@utmb.edu

UTMB is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that proudly values diversity. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Postdoctoral Position in Viral Immunology - Sun

Opportunities are available to work on NIH-funded hepatitis C research, with emphasis on animal model development, costimulatory molecules in antigen recognition and T cell activation (Cur Opin Gastroenterol 20:598; J Virol 79:10730; J Virol Methods 146:5). Applicants should have a doctoral degree and experience with immunology and/or virology techniques. Submit CV and names of three references to: Dr. Jiaren Sun, Dept. Microbiology & Immunology, University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd., Galveston, Texas 77555-1019, USA (jisun@utmb.edu). An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.