Job Description   The Department of Microbial Pathogenesis (http://medicine.yale.edu/micropath) seeks candidates for tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position(s) investigating the pathogenesis of viral, parasitic, fungal, or bacterial infections, fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms of pathogens, and the role of microbes in health and disease. The department values a broad range of approaches in microbial pathogenesis, including cell biology, imaging, structural biology, metabolism, genetics, and computational biology. The department is home to Yale’s Graduate Program in Microbiology, has a vibrant community of trainees, and prizes collaboration and mentorship at all levels. New faculty will join a significant expansion of the department and have access to cutting-edge resources and excellent lab space. The target start date is July 1, 2027. We will host an informational webinar/Q&A session by Zoom on August 18, 2026 at 12 Noon EST. Participation is anonymous. Registration required. Candidates selected in the first round of review will be invited to an in-person symposium January 27-28, 2027 (snow date: February 10-11, 2027). Please hold these dates on your calendars. Job Requirements Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree. Information and Application Process Instructions Applications should contain: ·       cover letter ·       curriculum vitae ·       description of previous research (1 page) ·       statement of research plans (up to 3 pages) ·       reprints of up to 4 publications (at least one paper is required) ·       3 confidential letters of recommendation Please apply through the Interfolio website at https://apply.interfolio.com/189968. See job at the Yale University, School of Medicine.. Applications should be submitted by October 1, 2026. Inquiries about the position may be sent to the attention of Dr. Andrew Goodman, Chair of the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis (andrew.goodman@yale.edu).   Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. Additionally, in accordance with this Policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions; race; color; national or ethnic origin; religion; age; disability; protected veteran status, or other protected classes as set forth in federal and Connecticut law. To obtain more information or to submit your resume you can contact Chair of the Search Committee as shown below. If you apply for this position, please say you saw it first on www.UniversityJob.com. Thank you. Chair of the Search Committee Description of and other job listings for Yale University, School of Medicine Tell a Friend About This Job Enter your friend's email address... Send this page to: