UNIVERSITY OF BASEL

Professor in Infection Biology

The Biozentrum of the University of Basel in Switzerland invites applications for a professorship in Infection Biology.

The ideal candidate should perform cutting-edge research at the forefront of the field of Infection Biology using innovative approaches and technologies. The research topic should be related to the study of molecular mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis and/or innate immune responses to infection. With a strong research record and proven communication skills, the successful candidate will strengthen the research portfolio of the Biozentrum and actively participate in teaching at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. In addition, he/she is expected to interact with other departments of the University of Basel, and with other Life Science institutions in the area. Depending on qualifications the position is at the Assistant (Tenure-track), Associate or Full Professor level.

The Biozentrum offers an outstanding scientific environment and an attractive research endowment. Basel is the home of a vibrant international life science community and provides high standard of living and a superb cultural atmosphere.

Applications, including CV, list of publications and a short research summary, should be sent by e-mail (pdf or zip) to Prof. Dr. Martin Spiess, Dean, Faculty of Science, University of Basel, Klingelbergstrasse 50, 4056 Basel, Switzerland, to dekanat-philnat@unibas.ch. For informal enquiries please contact Prof. Dr. Erich A. Nigg (erich.nigg@unibas.ch, phone: +41-61-267 16 56).

The deadline for receipt of applications is March 19, 2012. The University of Basel is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from female candidates.

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