Microbiology and Immunology Faculty

Microbiology and Immunology Faculty Positions

the University of Toledo

The Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology (MMI) at the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences seeks to hire two tenure-track faculty (Assistant or Associate Professor) positions with a focus on funded researchers studying highly-infectious pathogens, host-pathogen interactions, and/or vaccine/therapeutic development studies. The University is undergoing an exciting phase of research infrastructure expansion, including a $7M federal investment to renovate and expand the existing BSL3/A-BSL3 into 6 biocontainment suites, with shared equipment spaces and biocontainment entry/exit showers, for Select Agent, biodefense, and/or emerging infectious disease research. BSL3/A-BSL3 renovations are expected to be completed by July 2025.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degrees and have at least three years of relevant postdoctoral experience. Current funding that is transferrable to the University of Toledo is required. Successful candidates will be expected to develop/maintain an externally funded research program and contribute to teaching in our medical and graduate programs. In addition to BSL3/A-BSL3 space, applicants will be provided an updated research laboratory (BSL2), start-up funds, and salary support commensurate with the faculty rank.

The University of Toledo (UToledo) is a student-centered, public metropolitan research university, located in Toledo, Ohio, offering more than 300 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The College of Medicine and Life Sciences (COMLS), located on the Health Science Campus, is part of a dynamic academic community focused on training the next generation of physicians, scientists, and healthcare providers. The UToledo Health Science Campus is home to the University of Toledo Medical Center (UTMC), associated clinics, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and other healthcare related disciplines. The COMLS is a national leader in inter-professional education and technology-enabled approaches for both medical and graduate education. The COMLS has over 370 clinical and basic science faculty who are focused on integrating research, education, and patient care, and providing students with the knowledge, skills, and love of life-long learning necessary to be successful in a constantly changing world. COMLS faculty, in association with their academic affiliation partner, ProMedica Health System (and over 400 ProMedica-based faculty), and 700 community-based faculty train approximately 700 medical students, 300 graduate students, and 400 residents and fellows. COMLS has numerous centers and core facilities to support research efforts, including the Advanced Microscopy and Imaging Center, Flow Cytometry Core, Microbiome Consortium, Electron Microscopy Core, Histology Core, and other integrated core facilities.

Applications must include: (1) A cover letter; (2) CV; (3) Research summary [4 pages maximum], including past accomplishments, current studies, and future plans; and (4) Names and full contact information for three references. Application materials should be addressed to Dr. Mark Wooten and be sent electronically to: for full consideration. The search committee will review applications until the position is filled. For further details regarding this position, visit our webpage at: or email the search committee at The University of Toledo does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, the presence of a disability, genetic information, familial status, political affiliation, or participation in protected activities in its provision of employment and educational opportunities.