Job Posting: Tenure-Track Investigator

Summary

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), one of the largest institutes of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), conducts and supports a global program of research to better understand, treat, and ultimately prevent infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases. The Laboratory of Immunoregulation in the Division of Intramural Research within NIAID seeks an outstanding scientist to serve as a basic or clinical tenure-track investigator conducting research on HIV and related diseases in Bethesda, Maryland.

The Laboratory of Immunoregulation (LIR) conducts cutting-edge translational research on HIV and related diseases including research on prevention and remission strategies, comorbidities and aging, spanning from basic retrovirology to cellular and clinical immunology, animal and organoid models, as well as early phase interventional or cohort clinical trials with strong emphasis on a bench to bedside approach. See more information about LIR: https://www.niaid.nih.gov/research/lab-immunoregulation.

Duties

The selected candidate will be expected to direct a vigorous, independent translational research program on HIV and related diseases in one of the following research areas: virology, immunology, pathogenesis, animal and/or organoid models, or novel therapeutics development. Independent resources are committed to the position, including space, support personnel, and an annual budget for services, supplies, and salaries. Facilities at existing NIAID international sites in Africa and Asia may also be available to the incumbent.

The incumbent will have access to dedicated technical cores within NIAID in areas such as advanced imaging, flow cytometry, and genomics. Although sufficient support is provided for a strong research program, investigators and trainees are also eligible to apply for additional funding from sources such as NIH internal grants, non-governmental research foundations, or partnerships with industry.

Who Can Apply

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• A doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) in a relevant field

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidates will have a strong publication record demonstrating potential for independent creative research and a strong mentorship record.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for federal employees & job applicants.

Standards of Conduct/Financial Disclosure

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency.

Foreign Education

This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts (or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Learn more about Foreign Education.

Reasonable Accommodation

You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following materials electronically to the NIH Specialized Scientific Jobs portal: https://specializedscientificjobs.nih.gov/nih-ssj.do#/

• Curriculum vitae (CV) and bibliography
• Two- to three-page description of your proposed individual research program
• Three reference letters

Applications will be reviewed starting June 28, 2026 and will be accepted until the position is filled. For additional information about the position, email Dr. Irini Sereti, Chief, LIR, at [email protected].

Appointees may be a US citizen, Legal Permanent Resident or non-US citizen who are eligible for a valid work authorization. Relocation expense allowances are authorized and may be paid in accordance with agency policy. If relocation expense allowances are paid, employees will be required to sign a one-year service agreement.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. A full civil service package of benefits may be available.

This position is subject to a background investigation.

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