Chair- AZ- Microbiology & Immunology

The College of Graduate Studies (CGS) at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona and Downers Grove, Illinois invites applications for a stipend position as Chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in Glendale, Arizona, available in the current academic year. The Chair is expected to provide effective representation and management of the department at both the college and university levels. The successful candidate will participate in one or more team-taught courses for Osteopathic Medical, Dental, Optometry, Biomedical Sciences, Podiatric Medicine, Precision Medicine, Public Health, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, and Veterinary students. The Chair will provide leadership and vision for the department while participating with the Dean(s) or Associate Dean(s) in policymaking, expansion, and governance of the colleges and programs supported by the College of Graduate Studies and the academic department that they manage. Lastly, the Chair will oversee workload assignment, faculty recruitment, performance evaluation, retention, and professional development of faculty.  They will also provide guidance for and monitor academic, curricular participation, scholarly, and service activities of the department.

Applicants must be tenured faculty with a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a microbiology or immunology-related field or medicine and possess a strong academic record; the successful candidate must hold the rank of Associate Professor or higher at the time of hire. A minimum of five years of experience in academia is required. The successful applicant should have excellent oral and written communication skills and a commitment to the education of future health-care professionals. Candidates must have demonstrated or have the potential to lead and administer an academic department. This includes interacting effectively with students, faculty members, and administrators; collaborating with others in a multidisciplinary teaching and research environment; engaging in the local and national communities and promoting the engagement of others; and showing commitment to diversity in the actions and plans of the Department.

Qualified and interested applicants should apply online through the Midwestern University’s online join board at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. The following application materials must be submitted in PDF format:

1. Cover letter of application
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of Leadership Philosophy and Vision for the Department
4. Three letters of reference

The search committee will begin the review of applications on May 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Additional inquiries may be directed to Michael Volin, Ph.D. at mvolin@midwestern.edu.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. 

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.