The Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking to build on recent departmental growth by recruiting an outstanding immunologist at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
We invite applications from accomplished mid-career scientists (PhD, MD, or MD/PhD) with expertise in Immunology. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to, fundamental mechanisms governing innate or adaptive immunity, inflammation, or immune responses to commensal or pathogenic agents (e.g., bacteria, viruses, fungi, helminths).
Successful candidates will:
- Have a strong record of innovation and research productivity
- Maintain an active, high-quality, extramurally funded research program
- Contribute to the department’s teaching mission
- Mentor doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows
- Provide service to the University and the broader academic community, commensurate with their career stage
- Demonstrate a commitment to collaboration within a growing and dynamic biomedical research community
Application Process
Along with application, interested applicants should submit the following materials:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of Research Focus (Specific Request 1)
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy (Specific Request 2)
- Statement of Service Philosophy (Specific Request 3)
- Names and contact information of three references
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Upon offer of employment, successful applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screen and a national background check, as required by University of Kentucky Human Resources.
About Us
The University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, a vibrant city named one of the “Top 5 Best Small Cities in the U.S.” by Condé Nast Traveler in 2024. Lexington offers a blend of cosmopolitan amenities and small-town charm, with nonstop flights to 17 national destinations and convenient access to hundreds of others via Blue Grass Airport (LEX)—just 15 minutes from downtown.
As a flagship, land-grant institution, UK offers a broad range of resources on a single, centralized campus in the heart of the Bluegrass. Our unique structure enables and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration across all colleges, programs, and research initiatives. We remain firmly rooted in our mission to Kentucky—to educate, innovate, heal, and serve.
The UK College of Medicine supports career development through a structured faculty mentoring program and guidance for promotion, establishing multidisciplinary research, and seeking funding opportunities. UK is also home to nationally recognized research centers, including:
- The NIH-designated Markey Cancer Center
- The Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
Notable distinctions:
- 1 of only 34 U.S. institutions with NIH research designations in cancer, aging, and translational science
- 1 of only 8 institutions with a full complement of liberal arts, engineering, professional, agricultural, and health sciences colleges on one campus
- A network of educational campuses and affiliated hospitals across Kentucky to support medical education and patient care locally
- In FY24, UK received $488.4 million in awards across 1,920 new projects awarded to 830 principal investigators from 633 sponsors
