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The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative scientist-leader to serve concurrently as Chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and Director of the Institute of Human Virology (IHV). For the first time, UMSOM will bring these two leadership roles together, creating an exceptional opportunity to advance an integrated scientific vision across microbiology, immunology, virology, and related areas of human disease.
The successful candidate will lead two highly regarded academic and research enterprises with complementary strengths and significant potential for continued growth. This individual will establish an ambitious scientific agenda, strengthen foundational and translational research, recruit and develop outstanding faculty, and create new opportunities for interdisciplinary discovery across the Department, IHV, and the broader UMSOM community.
As Chair, the individual will provide strategic, academic, scientific, and administrative leadership for the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. The Chair will build upon the Department’s existing strengths, advance excellence in research and education, support the success and development of faculty and trainees, foster productive effective integration with IHV, and productive connections with other departments, centers, and institutes across UMSOM.
As Director of IHV, the individual will provide strategic leadership for IHV’s broader mission—which encompasses basic, translational, and clinical research, epidemiology, public health, education, and global health. Working in close partnership with the accomplished leaders of for these complementary programs, the Director will advance IHV’s mission to improve human health through scientific discovery, innovation and global collaboration. A central priority of this role will be to strengthen and expand IHV’s laboratory research enterprise. The Director will assess existing capabilities, establish clear scientific priorities, recruit and support exceptional investigators, and cultivate the infrastructure and collaborative environment necessary for sustained research excellence.
This is a leadership opportunity of exceptional breadth and scientific potential. The Chair and Director will have the platform to shape an integrated research strategy, develop areas of distinction, and position UMSOM for continued national and international leadership in microbiology, immunology, virology, infectious diseases, and related disciplines. The role calls for a distinguished scientist who combines intellectual vision and academic credibility with the executive and administrative capabilities required to lead two substantial and multifaceted organizations.
About the Department
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) is a nationally recognized academic department dedicated to advancing knowledge of infectious diseases and immune regulation through rigorous research and comprehensive trainee development. The largest basic science department in the UMSOM, the Department consists of 68 total faculty including 34 core faculty members. The Department has achieved sustained research excellence and a strong national reputation. In 2025, its faculty generated approximately $19.2 million in research expenditures, the majority from the National Institutes of Health. The Department is perennially ranked in the top-10 of microbiology and immunology departments in the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings, a widely recognized measure of NIH funding among departments at U.S. schools of medicine.
About the Institute
The Institute of Human Virology (IHV) is the first center in the United States - perhaps the world - to combine the disciplines of basic science, epidemiology and clinical research in a concerted effort to speed the discovery of diagnostics and therapeutics for a wide variety of chronic and deadly viral and immune disorders. IHV has more than 240 employees including more than 60 faculty whose research efforts are focused around chronic human viral infection and disease. At present, a majority of the Institute's clinical and research effort is targeted at HIV infection, but also includes the Hepatitis C virus, herpes viruses and cancer research.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- Terminal degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g. virology, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, etc.)
- Academic accomplishments and national or international distinction commensurate with appointment as Professor at UMSOM; rank and tenure status will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications.
- A strong track record of federally funded research and a deep knowledge of the important directions in discovery and innovation in research. Experience with major collaborative or programmatic grants is strongly preferred.
- Substantial and progressively responsible leadership experience in a complex environment, ideally within a similar basic science department and/or research institute in a matrixed academic medical center.
- Demonstrated ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and to build partnerships within and outside the department, institute and institution.
- Demonstrated financial, operational and administrative acumen, including experience stewarding significant resources and managing a complex portfolio of programs.
- An entrepreneurial approach, experience developing scientific strategy, a demonstrated record of successful recruiting, and the ability to inspire, manage, mentor faculty, and galvanize a diverse team.
- Ability to articulate and execute a vision.
- Operationally and fiscally astute.
- Knowledge of biosafety, especially if handling high risk pathogens.
- Experience mentoring trainees, students, postdocs, junior faculty.
- Reputation in the field — national/international recognition (awards, memberships in leadership bodies, editorial boards).
- Speaking/publishing to both scientific audiences and public media.
- Capacity to represent the Department and IHV in public fora, regulatory, and policy arenas.
Compensation
The expected rank of the successful candidate is Professor; however, rank and tenure status are dependent on candidate’s qualifications. The expected salary range for this role is $297,000 - $446,000; salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
The referenced salary range reflects the AAMC total compensation pay guidelines, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank and the administrative role as Chair. This salary range may not include all components of the department’s compensation program; therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
To Apply
For nominations or to learn more, please contact the DSG Global Grant Cooper Team, by emailing Abby Walsh at abby.walsh@dsgco.com or by phone at 314.686.0643.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Maryland School of Medicine are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. University of Maryland School of Medicine values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Job: Faculty
Organization: School of Medicine - Basic Science Departments
Job Posting: Aug 3, 2026
The Opportunity
The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) seeks an accomplished, visionary, and collaborative scientist-leader to serve concurrently as Chair of the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and Director of the Institute of Human Virology (IHV). For the first time, UMSOM will bring these two leadership roles together, creating an exceptional opportunity to advance an integrated scientific vision across microbiology, immunology, virology, and related areas of human disease.
The successful candidate will lead two highly regarded academic and research enterprises with complementary strengths and significant potential for continued growth. This individual will establish an ambitious scientific agenda, strengthen foundational and translational research, recruit and develop outstanding faculty, and create new opportunities for interdisciplinary discovery across the Department, IHV, and the broader UMSOM community.
As Chair, the individual will provide strategic, academic, scientific, and administrative leadership for the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. The Chair will build upon the Department’s existing strengths, advance excellence in research and education, support the success and development of faculty and trainees, foster productive effective integration with IHV, and productive connections with other departments, centers, and institutes across UMSOM.
As Director of IHV, the individual will provide strategic leadership for IHV’s broader mission—which encompasses basic, translational, and clinical research, epidemiology, public health, education, and global health. Working in close partnership with the accomplished leaders of for these complementary programs, the Director will advance IHV’s mission to improve human health through scientific discovery, innovation and global collaboration. A central priority of this role will be to strengthen and expand IHV’s laboratory research enterprise. The Director will assess existing capabilities, establish clear scientific priorities, recruit and support exceptional investigators, and cultivate the infrastructure and collaborative environment necessary for sustained research excellence.
This is a leadership opportunity of exceptional breadth and scientific potential. The Chair and Director will have the platform to shape an integrated research strategy, develop areas of distinction, and position UMSOM for continued national and international leadership in microbiology, immunology, virology, infectious diseases, and related disciplines. The role calls for a distinguished scientist who combines intellectual vision and academic credibility with the executive and administrative capabilities required to lead two substantial and multifaceted organizations.
About the Department
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) is a nationally recognized academic department dedicated to advancing knowledge of infectious diseases and immune regulation through rigorous research and comprehensive trainee development. The largest basic science department in the UMSOM, the Department consists of 68 total faculty including 34 core faculty members. The Department has achieved sustained research excellence and a strong national reputation. In 2025, its faculty generated approximately $19.2 million in research expenditures, the majority from the National Institutes of Health. The Department is perennially ranked in the top-10 of microbiology and immunology departments in the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings, a widely recognized measure of NIH funding among departments at U.S. schools of medicine.
About the Institute
The Institute of Human Virology (IHV) is the first center in the United States - perhaps the world - to combine the disciplines of basic science, epidemiology and clinical research in a concerted effort to speed the discovery of diagnostics and therapeutics for a wide variety of chronic and deadly viral and immune disorders. IHV has more than 240 employees including more than 60 faculty whose research efforts are focused around chronic human viral infection and disease. At present, a majority of the Institute's clinical and research effort is targeted at HIV infection, but also includes the Hepatitis C virus, herpes viruses and cancer research.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
- Terminal degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g. virology, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, etc.)
- Academic accomplishments and national or international distinction commensurate with appointment as Professor at UMSOM; rank and tenure status will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications.
- A strong track record of federally funded research and a deep knowledge of the important directions in discovery and innovation in research. Experience with major collaborative or programmatic grants is strongly preferred.
- Substantial and progressively responsible leadership experience in a complex environment, ideally within a similar basic science department and/or research institute in a matrixed academic medical center.
- Demonstrated ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and to build partnerships within and outside the department, institute and institution.
- Demonstrated financial, operational and administrative acumen, including experience stewarding significant resources and managing a complex portfolio of programs.
- An entrepreneurial approach, experience developing scientific strategy, a demonstrated record of successful recruiting, and the ability to inspire, manage, mentor faculty, and galvanize a diverse team.
- Ability to articulate and execute a vision.
- Operationally and fiscally astute.
- Knowledge of biosafety, especially if handling high risk pathogens.
- Experience mentoring trainees, students, postdocs, junior faculty.
- Reputation in the field — national/international recognition (awards, memberships in leadership bodies, editorial boards).
- Speaking/publishing to both scientific audiences and public media.
- Capacity to represent the Department and IHV in public fora, regulatory, and policy arenas.
Compensation
The expected rank of the successful candidate is Professor; however, rank and tenure status are dependent on candidate’s qualifications. The expected salary range for this role is $297,000 - $446,000; salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
The referenced salary range reflects the AAMC total compensation pay guidelines, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank and the administrative role as Chair. This salary range may not include all components of the department’s compensation program; therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
To Apply
For nominations or to learn more, please contact the DSG Global Grant Cooper Team, by emailing Abby Walsh at abby.walsh@dsgco.com or by phone at 314.686.0643.
The University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Maryland School of Medicine are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. University of Maryland School of Medicine values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Job: Faculty
Organization: School of Medicine - Basic Science Departments
Job Posting: Aug 3, 2026
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Document your degree field precisely
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to the microbiology role. Transcripts listing courses in bacteriology, virology, or mycology strengthen the specialty occupation argument more than a general biology degree alone.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications specifically for microbiology or related life science roles, so you're applying where H-1B sponsorship is already established practice.
Check prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Pull the wage level for your specific SOC code and work location using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. Your offered salary must meet at least Level I; many lab roles are filed at Level II or III.
Confirm your role qualifies under O*NET
Microbiologists have a dedicated O*NET occupation profile that USCIS officers reference. Verify your job duties and required education align with that profile before your employer drafts the petition support letter.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Ask directly whether the employer covers all required USCIS filing fees and whether they use in-house HR or outside counsel for H-1B petitions. Fee responsibility and attorney access vary widely across biotech, hospital systems, and CROs.
Plan around the cap and lottery timing
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your EAD expiration against that timeline and ask your employer to file a cap-gap extension if your authorization would lapse before October 1.
H-1B Visa Microbiology: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a microbiology role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS recognizes microbiology as a specialty occupation because the work normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in microbiology, biochemistry, or a closely related biological science. Roles in clinical diagnostics, pharmaceutical development, and research institutions consistently meet this standard. Your employer's petition must show the specific duties require that theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for microbiology jobs most often?
Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, hospital-based clinical laboratories, contract research organizations, and federal agencies such as the CDC and FDA are among the most active sponsors. Academic medical centers also sponsor microbiologists, particularly for research-focused positions. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in microbiology directly on Migrate Mate, filtered by industry and location.
Can my employer sponsor me if my degree is in a related field like biochemistry or biology?
Often yes, but the petition must establish a direct relationship between your degree field and the specific job duties. USCIS may accept degrees in biochemistry, molecular biology, or immunology if the role's responsibilities map closely to that training. A general biology degree carries more risk of a Request for Evidence. Your employer's attorney should address the degree nexus explicitly in the support letter.
How does prevailing wage work for microbiology H-1B positions?
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code, job duties, and work location before the LCA is certified. Microbiologist wages are indexed to four wage levels based on experience and complexity. Your employer determines the appropriate level and certifies compliance through the LCA filing. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up current wage levels for your location before your offer is finalized.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move between microbiology employers?
You can transfer your H-1B to a new employer under H-1B portability rules, provided the new employer files a transfer petition before your current status expires and the new role is in the same or a related specialty occupation. You can start working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed and receipted, without waiting for approval. Both roles must independently qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards.