Professor (tenure Track) - Department Of Medicine

Penn State

Hershey, PA, US
Hybrid
Establish externally funded research program
Lead competitive research on infectious diseases
Mentor medical and graduate students
The successful candidate will establish and sustain an innovative, externally funded research program focused on critical gaps in infectious diseases and immunology

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate will establish and sustain an innovative, externally funded research program focused on critical gaps in infectious diseases and immunology.
  • Candidates are expected to actively contribute to College of Medicine initiatives including admissions and the mentorship of medical and graduate students.
  • Penn State provides a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Matching Summary

The successful candidate will establish and sustain an innovative, externally funded research program focused on critical gaps in infectious diseases and immunology.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Establish externally funded research program
  • Lead competitive research on infectious diseases
  • Mentor medical and graduate students

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with organoid model systems
  • Expertise in tissue-engineered platforms
  • Commitment to institutional diversity initiatives

Key Requirements

  • PhD, MD, or MD/PhD degree required
  • Background check clearance required
  • Research alignment in aging or cancer biology

Work Rights

Not specified

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