This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11601202 FACULTY POSITIONANNOUNCEMENT

　　Immunophysiology

　　University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

　　Position: Assistant Professor, Full Time Tenure-Track FacultyPosition in Immunophysiology in the Department of Animal Sciences (70%Research \| 30% Teaching)

　　Description: This position provides an exciting opportunity forsomeone interested in conducting research motivated by a strong desireto advance the understanding of immunophysiological mechanismsinfluencing health and disease in animals and humans alike. The personhired will develop a nationally and internationally recognized,extramurally funded research program in the field of immunophysiology,contribute to interdisciplinary campus initiatives, and to the publicservice mission of the University. This position builds on our historyand current research on neuroimmune regulation of brain pathology;immune regulation by the gut microbiome; maternal immune activation andfetal development; and application of single cell and spatial sequencingtechnologies to investigate immune cell interactions in the tumormicroenvironment and autoimmune disease.

　　Qualifications: Required qualifications include Ph.D. degree in lifesciences or relevant field with a research emphasis on immunophysiology;postdoctoral training; and a strong record of publication. Preferredqualifications include a demonstrated ability to secure extramuralfunding, and experience teaching and mentoring students. Applicantsconducting research in neuroimmunology, mucosal immunity, reproductiveimmunology, tumor immunology, host-pathogen interactions and/orautoimmunity are especially encouraged to apply.

　　Responsibilities: The successful candidate will develop a nationallyand internationally recognized research program supported by extramuralfunding, contribute to academic programs, and perform other servicesexpected at an academic institution.

　　Proposed Start Date: August 16, 2024

　　Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

　　Appointment Details: This 9/12 tenure-track faculty position is 100%FTE

　　Location: The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (www.illinois.edu ) is located approximately 120 miles south of Chicagoin a metropolitan area of approximately 232,000 people.

　　Resources: The campus is home to internationally recognizedfacilities and interdisciplinary programs including the Carl R. WoeseInstitute for Genomic Biology ( www.igb.illinois.edu ), BeckmanInstitute ( www.beckman.illinois.edu ), W.M. Keck Center for Comparativeand Functional Genomics ( www.biotech.uiuc.edu/centers/Keck ), NationalCenter for Supercomputing Applications ( www.ncsa.illinois.edu ), CancerCenter at Illinois ( https://cancer.illinois.edu/ ), InterdisciplinaryHealth Sciences Institute ( https://healthinstitute.illinois.edu/ ), andCenter for Digital Agriculture ( https://digitalag.illinois.edu/ ).

　　The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES)( www.aces.illinois.edu ) is widely recognized for excellence inundergraduate and graduate education, research, outreach, andinternational programs. In addition to its mission as a land-grantuniversity, the campus offers exceptional programs in the arts,humanities, sciences, engineering, and computer science.

　　Closing Date: For initial consideration, the following materialsshould be uploaded by January 15, 2024. However, the search willcontinue until a suitable candidate is found.

　　Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottomof the posting at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload, as a single pdffile, a curriculum vitae; a statement of research interests (includingfuture plans); a statement of teaching philosophy; a statementdemonstra ing a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and thenames and contact information of three references.

　　Questions can be directed to Dr. Andrew Steelman, Chair of the SearchCommittee ( [email protected] ), or to Dr. Rodney Johnson, Head ofthe Department, ( [email protected] ). Additional information aboutthe Department can be found at www.ansci.illinois.edu .

　　For questions regarding the application process, please contact217-333-2137.

　　The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer,including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, andcomplies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view ournon-discrimination statement and find additional information aboutrequired background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures,COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility reviewthrough E-Verify .

　　Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request areasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act(2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requestsmay be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or bycontacting the Accessibility