University of VirginiaSchool of MedicineCharlottesville, VA
The University of Virginia School of Medicine invites nominations and applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Microbiology. The Department of Microbiology has a long tradition of outstanding research and education. It is comprised of faculty members with research excellence in the fields of infectious disease, immunology, and cell signaling/cancer.For further information visit: http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/microbiologyWe are seeking a distinguished scientist with highly developed leadership skills. The preferred candidate will be a national leader in research and education; with a solid understanding of the School of Medicines missions in research, teaching and clinical care. Applicants should have an outstanding record of research accomplishment in Microbiology or related fields. The chair is expected to provide dynamic leadership for academic and administrative direction of the department, including recruitment of new faculty, development of research initiatives in cooperation with other departments, centers, and schools within the University, and graduate and medical student teaching.The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. and/or M.D., and will have academic credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of full professor. Demonstrated leadership in research and education at the University level is required. The successful candidate will be motivated by the personal ideals of honesty, respect for others, and a high standard of ethical behavior as established by the University of Virginia School of Medicine.We invite both nominations and applications. Review of applications commences November 1, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. All communications will be kept in strict confidence.To apply:1) Visit https://jobs.virginia.edu2) Click the Search Postings button on the left side of the page.3) Enter 0604422 in the Posting Number field on the right side of the page4) Click the Search button at the bottom of the page5) The position Chair, Department of Microbiology will appear. Click on View.6) Click on Apply for this position7) Complete a Candidate Profile online, attach a cover letter describing your interest as well as a current CV.The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. UVA is committed to enhancing multicultural and gender diversity, and, encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups, women, people with disabilities and veterans.