Assistant Professor- AZ- Microbiology & Immunology

The Department of Microbiology & Immunology in Glendale, AZ invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The 12-month position is supported by a competitive salary and benefit package, fully funded by the institution. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, with at least 2 years of postdoctoral training, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a strong commitment to excellence in teaching future healthcare professionals.

The new faculty member will participate in team-taught courses offered by the department to osteopathic medical, podiatry, pharmacy, dental, optometry, veterinary, and health science students. Candidates with expertise in any area of microbiology or immunology are encouraged to apply, with preference given to applicants with formal training in immunology or virology, or whose research program is fundamentally grounded in one or both disciplines.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain a rigorous research program capable of attracting extramural funding. Midwestern University has an active research community with diverse interests that provides ample opportunity for collaborative research (https://facultyprofiles.midwestern.edu/). A start-up package, office and research space, core facilities, and technical support will be provided by the institution.

About the Department: The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is part of the College of Graduate Studies (CGS) and consists of eight full-time tenured or tenure-track faculty who are fully committed to providing current and comprehensive teaching approaches and active research opportunities for students of all healthcare disciplines. Departmental teaching is supported by administrative office staff, modern classroom and lecture hall facilities, and a student testing center. Our faculty are highly collegial with diverse research interests, including viral, bacterial, fungal, protozoal, and prion disease pathogenesis and prevention. Faculty research is complemented by a staff of three research technicians supported by the University.

How to apply: Qualified and interested applicants should apply online at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. The following application materials must be submitted in PDF format:

1. Cover letter of application

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Statement of teaching philosophy and experience

4. Statement of research interests and plans (1-3 pages)

5. Contact information for three references

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on 10/15/2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may send inquiries to the Search Committee Chair, Fernando Gonzalez, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Microbiology & Immunology at fgonza@midwestern.edu.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday's, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.