Associate to Full Professor (tenure-track), Systems Biology in HIV/AIDS Investigator for the Division of Research, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology

Description

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) at the University of Washington (UW) is hiring for a tenured faculty position at the Associate to Full Professor level to specialize in HIV/AIDS research and/or other globally relevant human pathogens. The successful candidate will be expected to lead an independently funded biomedical research program in HIV/AIDS and/or pathogen research exploring such topics as pathogenesis, vaccines, co-infections, and persistence. This position will use state of the art transcriptomics/genomics approaches to develop and/implement preclinical nonhuman primate models of infectious disease. 

This position in the DLMP aligns with unique resources available at the Washington National Primate Research Center (WaNPRC), one of only seven such NIH-supported centers, that was established in 1959 to provide specialized resources and expertise to carry out preclinical and translational research impacting human health. This position will support research programs employing nonhuman primate models and will be considered for a joint appointment as core faculty at WaNPRC. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to serve as the Director of the Systems Biology core of the WaNPRC, and of Seattle Genomics, a service core of the University of Washington that offers next generation sequencing and data analysis. These cores provide a unique opportunity for significant financial resources, instrumentation, and personnel to support the development of new cutting edge ‘omics technologies to support research in nonhuman primate models of infectious diseases. This position will be highly collaborative, with interest in supporting other investigators, and demonstrate management and organizational skills in leading multi-investigator research projects or centers. This position will be expected to seek and obtain independent extramural grant funding from federal organizations such as the NIH and/or private foundations. 

The DLMP and School of Medicine will provide ample support to the candidate, including generous start-up resources and renovated laboratory space, that will promote their long-term success. The DLMP is a large, diverse department that houses cutting edge clinical laboratory testing and diagnostics, excellence in anatomic and clinical pathology, as well as innovative basic and translational research across broad topics supported by abundant external funding. Our department offers a uniquely collegial and collaborative environment, with diverse interdisciplinary research ties across campus and with neighboring institutions. Please visit us at https://dlmp.uw.edu/about/about-us.  

The successful candidate would be expected to develop and maintain a vibrant biomedical research program of global importance funded by extramural sources that adds value and dimension to the robust research that exists within the DLMP and the WaNPRC. The successful candidate would be expected to create opportunities for synergy between the DLMP, WaNPRC, and other departments across the university and affiliated institutions. The successful candidate would also be expected to actively participate in teaching and mentoring of trainees, with the opportunity to become faculty in several diverse graduate programs, including Molecular Mechanisms of Disease PhD program and the Medical Laboratory Scientist Master’s program, both of which are housed in the DLMP and provide many opportunities for mentoring and interacting with young clinical and research scientists. The candidate would also be expected to celebrate and join our commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable culture in DLMP by teaching, mentoring, working with, and collaborating with a broad community of individuals with varying backgrounds and experiences.   

Positive factors that may be considered include, but are not limited to: 

• Record of peer-reviewed publications and productivity describing original research in a field related to HIV/AIDS and/or other globally relevant pathogens
• National reputation for excellence in research field
• Demonstrated success in obtaining extramural funding
• Demonstration of successful management of large or complex multi-investigator research endeavors
• Strong interest in collaboration and augmenting the research capabilities of other investigators
• Desire to grow HIV/AIDS and infectious disease research and areas related to systems biology in the DLMP and WaNPRC 

The DLMP values justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are actively engaged in maintaining an inclusive, transparent, and equitable culture. The DLMP is also committed to diversifying our faculty at all ranks. Applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. We especially encourage applications from women and minority candidates, individuals with disabilities, and people from groups t