Canada Research Chair Tier 1 in Immune Dysregulation, Department of Microbiology, Immunology an[...]

Overview

The Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases, and the Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases, at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary invites applications for a Canada Research Chair Tier 1, tenured position at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in Immune Dysregulation. This position guarantees 75% protected time for research. The selected candidate will be nominated for a Tier I Canada Research Chair (CRC). The CRC is tenable for seven years and renewable once.

Applicants at the Associate Professor level must present evidence of an established, externally funded research program (at the level of Tri-Council or equivalent), a strong publication record in high-ranking journals (including senior or first author), and evidence of successful teaching and / or graduate supervision, along with established academic engagement in professional and other communities. Applicants at the Professor level must provide evidence of a continuous, externally funded and well-established research program, outstanding publication record in high-impact journals, demonstrated ability to lead research teams, outstanding teaching and graduate supervision record, and evidence of academic service and / or leadership. The selected applicant will be an emerging or recognized leader in immunology with extensive expertise in mechanisms underlying clinical disease and / or experimental models of immune dysregulation leading to immune-mediated disease.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a competitive, externally funded research program in immunology with a focus on immune dysregulation in autoimmune or allergic diseases, microbiome-immune interactions, or related areas.
• Demonstrate ability to lead research teams, secure national grants, and contribute significantly to the field; provide undergraduate and graduate teaching and supervision; engage in academic service and leadership.
• Collaborate with the Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases and Cumming School of Medicine core facilities, including interdisciplinary and cross-institutional collaborations.
• Participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching, course development and coordination, and contribute to teaching impact in the university community.
• Contribute to administrative and service activities that affect the Cumming School of Medicine community.

Qualifications

About the Role and Environment

The selected candidate will join the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases and become an active member of the Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases. The department supports a multidisciplinary research environment and seeks to build connections with investigators across the Cumming School of Medicine and the University of Calgary. There are opportunities to participate in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels and to engage in administrative and service activities within the school.

The University of Calgary supports diversity and inclusion, with mentoring programs, internal grant review programs, pilot funding, and other support mechanisms. We strive to recruit individuals who will enhance diversity and ensure fair assessment of applicants, including consideration of career interruptions.

Application Process

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit an application online via the Apply Now link on the University of Calgary Careers site. The process allows for four attachments organized as follows : Cover letter and curriculum vitae (including three referees), Statement of research interests (1 page), description of a proposed 5-year research plan for the Chair (4 pages), and a statement on current and future efforts to incorporate equity, diversity, and inclusion (1 page).

Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. Nathan Peters, PhD, Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases, C / O Marcy Brett (email provided in posting).

Posting Date : October 9, 2025; Closing Date : November 14, 2025.

The University of Calgary is committed to Indigenous Strategy and creating a diverse and inclusive campus. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and provide accommodations during the recruitment process as needed. Canadians and permanent residents are given priority in consideration, and applicants should indicate their eligibility on their application.

For more information about opportunities at the University of Calgary, visit the Academic Careers website and the Cumming School of Medicine homepage.

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