The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University is seeking applications from outstanding candidates for a faculty appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to head a newly established program on Clostridium difficile, a major cause of antibiotic-resistant, hospital-acquired enteric infection.   A significant track record in C. difficile biology is required, as demonstrated by relevant peer-reviewed publications and significant current NIH support in some aspect of C. difficile pathobiology.  Candidates are expected to teach a course in cell biology and to mentor graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Please submit curriculum vitae, letter describing qualifications and highlighting relevant experience, and full contact information for four references to Dr. Arthur Donohue-Rolfe, Chair, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, 200 Westboro Road, North Grafton, MA 01536. Application deadline is 31 May 2010 or until the position is filled. Tufts University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.