Microbial Pathogenesis Faculty Search (Assistant Professor, 2026-2027)

Faculty Search Webinar! Curious about the Yale Microbial Pathogenesis faculty search and life in CT Please join us for a Q&A webinar 8/18/2026 12pm noon EST.
Participation is anonymous. Registration required: Department of Microbial Pathogenesis ( seeks candidates for tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position(s) investigating the pathogenesis of viral parasitic fungal or bacterial infections fundamental molecular and cellular mechanisms of pathogens and the role of microbes in health and disease.

The department values a broad range of approaches in microbial pathogenesis including cell biology imaging structural biology metabolism genetics and computational biology. The department is home to Yales Graduate Program in Microbiology has a vibrant community of trainees and prizes collaboration and mentorship at all levels. New faculty will join a significant expansion of the department and have access to cutting-edge resources and excellent lab space. The target start date is July 1 2027.

We will host an informational webinar/Q&A session by Zoom in August 2026. Please visit the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis website for details. Candidates selected in the first round of review will be invited to an in-person symposium January 27-28 2027 (snow date: February 10-11 2027). Please hold these dates on your calendars.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. M.D. or equivalent degree.