The Department of Microbiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of bacteriology, virology and/or host pathogen interactions. Applicants must have an M.D. and/or Ph.D degree. Teaching responsibilities may include graduate student and medical student courses. The selected candidates may be expected to serve on preliminary exam committees and thesis committees. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include the establishment of an independent, extramurally funded research program. The positions include a competitive salary, high-quality laboratory space and start-up funding. The Microbiology/Immunology community offers an intellectually diverse environment with extensive Cores. It is expected that the candidates chosen will serve on departmental committees. The Microbiology Department and the University of Pennsylvania comprise a large, interactive community of outstanding scientists investigating microbial biology, immunology, and infectious disease. Faculty within Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we will prioritize applicants submitted prior to September 15, 2024. We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply. The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action (http://www.upenn.edu/affirm-action/) and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).