The Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health's Center for Infection and Immunity (CII), widely recognized as a worldwide leader in pathogen discovery, infectious disease surveillance and identifying the cause of chronic illnesses, invites nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for the Research Director and Phyllis Mailman Endowed Professor.

Founded in 2001, the Center for Infection and Immunity (CII) is one of the world's most advanced academic laboratories focused on pathogen discovery, infectious disease surveillance, and identifying the cause of chronic illnesses. It is a long-standing member of the WHO Global Outbreak Response Network (GOARN) and is the founding home to the Global Alliance for Preventing Pandemics (GAPP) as well as the Center for Solutions for ME/CFS. Led by W. Ian Lipkin, MD, the CII works at the forefront of outbreaks and committed to the service of global public health, collaborating with scientists from nearly 50 different countries spanning six continents. The CII has shepherded over a combined 60 postdocs and graduate students, as well as hosted multiple sabbatical professors throughout its history.

The Research Director and Phyllis Mailman Professor will possess substantive scientific achievement and, in partnership with the Director, will map the overarching direction of the Center. They will function as a transformative scientific visionary team, as well as architects and leaders, bringing capabilities in inspiring and managing teams for the next generation of science and sustaining the high functionality of the Center. It is expected that the Research Director will have a record of expertise in innate and/or adaptive immunology and/or vaccine development that complements existing Center programs in diagnostics, surveillance, and discovery in acute and chronic disease. An associate or full professor with tenure, they will have a primary appointment in one of the six departments within the Mailman School of Public Health (Biostatistics, Environmental Health Sciences, Epidemiology, Health Policy & Management, Population & Family Health, and Sociomedical Sciences), as well as an appointment in a department in the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

Excellence Leading Scientists

Success fostering the scientific success of others in a complex, high-achieving, and prominent academic institution, or industry.

Impact on the Field

Substantial contributions to the field in alignment with the Center's programs and initiatives; including but not limited to host-pathogen interactions, immune response, immunology, virology and/or biomarkers in predicting durable responses to vaccines; national engagement and visibility, and distinction in developing the next generation of investigators.

Advancing an Organization in a Highly Matrixed Setting

Effective development and management of an organization where collaboration across discipline exists.

Recruitment and Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Accomplishment in retention, recruitment, development, and mentorship of outstanding faculty, staff, and/or trainees. Demonstrated ability in addressing healthcare disparities.

MD, PhD, or similar degree.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.