The Department of Microbiology at the University of Minnesota Medical School invites applications for a faculty position to be filled at the tenure-track Assistant Professor level in the area of bacterial pathogenesis.  The successful applicant will be expected to establish a productive, independent research program and contribute to departmental teaching. The department and affiliated units at the University have broad research strengths in microbiology and immunology, including immunity and host defense, microbial pathogenesis, virology, microbial physiology, genetics, genomics, environmental microbiology, and biotechnology. More information about the Department of Microbiology, affiliated institutes and centers, and the graduate training program, can be found on the department website at http://www.microbiology.med.umn.edu. Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in microbiology, M.D., or D.V.M, and applicable postdoctoral or faculty experience. Review of applications will continue until suitable candidates are identified. To apply, please submit a curriculum vitae and concise summary of research interests and activities to requisition number 154920 at http://employment.umn.edu. Please also arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Patrick Schlievert, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, Department of Microbiology, University of Minnesota, MMC 196, 420 Delaware Street S.E., Minneapolis, MN 55455. Top candidates will be invited for a seminar/ interview as a component of the selection process. The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.