The Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Emory University School of Medicine, invites applications for a 12-month, tenuretrack position at the Assistant Professor level. Exceptional applicants at other levels may also be considered. In this search, preference will be given to candidates with research expertise in bacterial pathogenesis and interactions of bacteria with the human or animal model host. We offer a highly interactive collegial research environment with a strong modern infrastructure, as well as proximity to and collaborations with the Centers for Disease Control and the Yerkes Primate Center. Visit our website at http://www.microbiology.emory.edu/ for more information on our department, faculty, and links to our graduate programs. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree with at least two years of postdoctoral training. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a vigorous extramurally funded research program, and to participate in our strong graduate training programs. The primary criteria for selection will be excellence and creativity in research and scholarship. Candidates should submit curriculum vitae, description of research interests (about 2 pages), and have three references sent to Chair, Bacterial Pathogenesis search committee, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, 1510 Clifton Road, Mailstop 1940-001-1AD, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30322, or electronically to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Applications will be reviewed as they are received beginning 1 September 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Emory University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and ethnic minorities are strongly encouraged.