Assistant or Associate Professor
Company: Kansas State University
Location: Manhattan
Posted on: January 21, 2023
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Job Description:
Assistant or Associate Professor
Department: 3670080040 Diagnostic Medicne Pathobiolog
Job no: 512992
Employment type: Academic / Faculty - 12 month
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Categories: Veterinary Medicine
Pay Grade: 001
About This Role:
The Department of Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology
(https://www.vet.k-state.edu/academics/dmp/), College of Veterinary
Medicine, Kansas State University, invites nominations or
applications for a Veterinary Virologist position. This is a
tenure-track position, at an Assistant or Associate Professor
level, with a 12-month appointment. The position carries
approximately 70 % research, 25% teaching, and 5% non-direct
service responsibilities.
Applicants must (a) possess a PhD degree specialized in Virology,
but preference will be given to applicants with DVM (or equivalent)
and PhD degrees; (b) demonstrate potential for teaching at the
professional and graduate courses in virology; (c) demonstrate
potential to develop extramurally funded research program. The
successful candidate is expected to establish (Assistant Professor
level) or maintain (Associate Professor level) a robust research
and graduate programs in viral diseases of animals. Preference will
be given to individuals working with viral diseases of food
animals. The teaching responsibilities will include coordinating a
team-taught Veterinary Virology course to the sophomore DVM
students and a team-taught graduate-level course in Viral
Pathogenesis. The department is particularly interested in
individuals with demonstrated experience in collaborative research
across disciplines. The successful candidate will join an active
research group with interests in viral diseases of animals and
humans and in viral pathogenesis.
Kansas State University is a major land-grant research university
located in Manhattan KS, a dynamic collegiate community of
approximately 50,000 in the scenic Flint Hills of northeastern
Kansas. The department, university and community provide an
excellent research environment including Centers of Excellence in
Emerging Zoonotic Animal Diseases, Emerging Infectious Diseases,
and Vector-Borne Diseases, among others
(https://www.vet.k-state.edu/research/centers-institutes/), the
BSL3 Biosecurity Research Institute (https://www.bri.k-state.edu/),
the USDA Arthropod-Borne Animal Disease Research Unit
(https://www.ars.usda.gov/plains-area/mhk/cgahr/abadru/) and the
new National Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF)
(https://www.usda.gov/nbaf). Additional interrelated research
facilities and collaborative opportunities exist within the
Departments of Animal Sciences and Industry, Biochemistry and
Molecular Biophysics, Grain Science and the Division of Biology,
The Johnson Cancer Research Center https://cancer.k-state.edu/, and
at other regional universities, such as the University of Kansas
(http://www.kumc.edu/kansasidea/scientific-themes.html;
https://cbid.cobre.ku.edu/about-cbid). Manhattan consistently ranks
as one of the top college-towns in the nation offering a wide
variety of cultural and recreational opportunities in a friendly
and progressive community (https://cityofmhk.com/).
Interested candidates should submit a detailed cover letter that
includes specific information relevant to the applicant's ability
to meet the qualifications, statements of research interests and
goals, and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and contact
information for at least three references who have agreed to speak
or write letters of recommendation. Nominations and inquiries
should be sent to Ms. Brandy Nowakowski at nowakows@vet.k-state.edu
or call (785) 532-4401. Specific questions concerning the position
can be referred to the chair of the search committee, Dr. T. G.
Nagaraja (tnagaraj@vet.k-state.edu), Department of Diagnostic
Medicine/Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State
University, 1800 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66506-5606.
Why Join Us:
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits
are available, please visit:
https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion.
The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial
environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students,
and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles
of Community.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
Review of Applications Begins:
Begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. It
is anticipated that the new person will assume duties of the
position by January 2023 or before.
Anticipated Salary Range:
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The
university offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes
health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and liberal
paid leave time. A complete listing of benefits can be viewed at:
https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected
veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State
University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the
process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: May 06, 2022 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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