Full-Time Faculty Tenure Track: Biomedical Sciences
Quinnipiac University

Job Info

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Job no: 496204
Work type: Full-time
Campus: North Haven - North Haven, CT
Categories: Faculty

Overview:

The Department of Biomedical Sciences at Quinnipiac University invites applications for a 12-month, in-person, tenure-track faculty in Microbiology and Immunology with a preferred expertise in virology, mycology, clinical microbiology, or the microbiome. The successful candidate is expected to teach undergraduate or graduate immunology, virology, mycology, clinical microbiology, and/or advanced courses in their area of specialty; develop and maintain a productive research agenda and program involving undergraduate and graduate students; perform academic advising to undergraduate students in the Biomedical Sciences program; and committee services to department, school, and university. This position is expected to start on July 1, 2025.

About the School/Program:

The School of Health Sciences is home to approximately 100 fulltime faculty and professional staff and enrolls over 2120 students across over 20 graduate and undergraduate academic offerings. The school is organized into 8 departments offering undergraduate majors in biomedical sciences, health sciences, radiologic sciences, medical microbiology & Immunology and diagnostic medical sonography and graduate majors in physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, biomedical sciences, pathologists' assistant and cardiovascular perfusion. Our school provides excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement with a mission grounded in our commitment to producing skilled and compassionate graduates, creating pioneering research, and partnering with our communities to advance the health and well-being of people and communities. Through unique and distinctive academic programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, immersive learning experiences, and student-centeredness we empower students to deliver compassionate care, create innovation through research, and catalyze change in dynamic health fields. Our emphasis on evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, and interprofessional skills equips our graduates to make impactful and inclusive contributions to their professions. In all our endeavors, we are guided by a commitment to innovation, accountability, excellence, and social responsibility as we aspire to be a first-choice school of excellence and a global leader in fostering new knowledge, improving healthcare, and increasing health equity.

About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Responsibilities:

• Teach a variety of oncology, hematology, toxicology, endocrinology, and pathophysiology undergraduate and graduate lecture and laboratory courses based on his/her/their expertise; 

• Establish and implement a successful research agenda; engage and mentor undergraduate and graduate students research projects;

• Perform academic advisement to undergraduate and graduate students;

• Actively participate in services as appropriate to university, school, and department's needs and interests;

• Promote student academic success;

• Support QU and its School of Health Sciences missions, visions, core values and strategic plans priorities;

• Actively participated in student recruitment activities

Education Requirements:

• Ph.D. or equivalent research terminal degree in virology, immunology, microbiology or a closely related field from accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Qualifications:

• Appropriate post-doctoral research experience;

• Commitment on contributing to the diversity and inclusive excellence of the academic community;

• Teaching experience at college level preferred 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Application materials should include a curriculum vitae and a concise statement of teaching and research interests. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only:If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate's current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact:

Advertised: November 26, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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