Immunologist Jobs
Immunologist jobs are open across biopharma, academic research, hospital systems, and government agencies, from postdoctoral and entry-level roles to principal investigator and director positions, with specializations in clinical immunology, translational research, and autoimmune disease. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Rachel Jones at rjones7@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
Summary of Position:
Penn State Health Children’s Hospital Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology is recruiting a Pediatric Allergy and Immunology Physician.
Opportunity highlights:
- A growing division of 5 physicians and 3 CRNPs.
- A full complement of ancillary staff including excellent administrative and clinical support.
- We value education and provide exceptional teaching for allergy and immunology fellows, pediatric and family medicine residents, and medical students in a variety of settings.
- Our Pediatric Allergy and Immunology outpatient clinic cares for a variety of allergy and immunology patients including those with common allergic conditions to those with complex immunologic disorders. We have both an active oral food challenge program and an oral immunotherapy program, staffed by specially trained nurses.
- We provide inpatient consultation support to our Children’s Hospital and are a SCID newborn screening referral and transplant center.
- We actively pursue scholarly, quality improvement, and research interests.
- Academic appointment commensurate with level of candidate experience.
What we’re seeking:
- MD, D.O., or foreign equivalent
- BC/BE in Pediatrics
- Fellowship trained, BC/BE in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
- Ability to acquire a license to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- A strong commitment to patient care, medical student and resident education and research/scholarly activity is necessary.
What we’re offering:
- Highly competitive compensation package with guaranteed salary
- Generous benefits, including relocation assistance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and malpractice Insurance.
- Vacation time, paid parental and medical leave.
- CME allowance and time
- Peloton discount, on-site fitness centers, and other wellness benefits
- Penn State University tuition discount for employees and dependents
Interested candidates, please contact Patty Shipton, CPRP, Senior Physician Recruiter, at pshipton@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
Area highlights:
Our freestanding Children’s Hospital located in Hershey PA is near Harrisburg Pa (Our state capital) and is a safe, family-friendly location, with access to excellent public schools. Hershey, PA, our local neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a more suburban setting or thriving city rich in theater, arts, and culture. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hershey's community is rich in history and offers an abundant range of outdoor activities, arts, and diverse experiences. We're conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC. We're proud of our community involvement and encourage you to learn more about our organization.
About Penn State Health:
Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania. It employs more than 18,000 people systemwide.
The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Children’s Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, an 89-bed psychiatric hospital in Harrisburg, Pa., and 2,450+ physicians and direct care providers at 225 outpatient practices. Additionally, the system jointly operates various healthcare providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center and Hershey Endoscopy Center.
In 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region.
Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University’s medical school. With campuses in State College and Hershey, Pa., the College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $150 million in funded research and more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: Varied
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Rachel Jones at rjones7@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
Summary of Position:
Penn State Health Children’s Hospital Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology is recruiting a Pediatric Allergy and Immunology Physician.
Opportunity highlights:
- A growing division of 5 physicians and 3 CRNPs.
- A full complement of ancillary staff including excellent administrative and clinical support.
- We value education and provide exceptional teaching for allergy and immunology fellows, pediatric and family medicine residents, and medical students in a variety of settings.
- Our Pediatric Allergy and Immunology outpatient clinic cares for a variety of allergy and immunology patients including those with common allergic conditions to those with complex immunologic disorders. We have both an active oral food challenge program and an oral immunotherapy program, staffed by specially trained nurses.
- We provide inpatient consultation support to our Children’s Hospital and are a SCID newborn screening referral and transplant center.
- We actively pursue scholarly, quality improvement, and research interests.
- Academic appointment commensurate with level of candidate experience.
What we’re seeking:
- MD, D.O., or foreign equivalent
- BC/BE in Pediatrics
- Fellowship trained, BC/BE in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
- Ability to acquire a license to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- A strong commitment to patient care, medical student and resident education and research/scholarly activity is necessary.
What we’re offering:
- Highly competitive compensation package with guaranteed salary
- Generous benefits, including relocation assistance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and malpractice Insurance.
- Vacation time, paid parental and medical leave.
- CME allowance and time
- Peloton discount, on-site fitness centers, and other wellness benefits
- Penn State University tuition discount for employees and dependents
Interested candidates, please contact Patty Shipton, CPRP, Senior Physician Recruiter, at pshipton@pennstatehealth.psu.edu.
Area highlights:
Our freestanding Children’s Hospital located in Hershey PA is near Harrisburg Pa (Our state capital) and is a safe, family-friendly location, with access to excellent public schools. Hershey, PA, our local neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a more suburban setting or thriving city rich in theater, arts, and culture. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hershey's community is rich in history and offers an abundant range of outdoor activities, arts, and diverse experiences. We're conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC. We're proud of our community involvement and encourage you to learn more about our organization.
About Penn State Health:
Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties in central Pennsylvania. It employs more than 18,000 people systemwide.
The system includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Children’s Hospital and Penn State Cancer Institute based in Hershey, Pa.; Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pa.; Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill, Pa.; Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa.; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pa.; Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute, an 89-bed psychiatric hospital in Harrisburg, Pa., and 2,450+ physicians and direct care providers at 225 outpatient practices. Additionally, the system jointly operates various healthcare providers, including Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center and Hershey Endoscopy Center.
In 2017, Penn State Health partnered with Highmark Health to facilitate creation of a value-based, community care network in the region.
Penn State Health shares an integrated strategic plan and operations with Penn State College of Medicine, the University’s medical school. With campuses in State College and Hershey, Pa., the College of Medicine boasts a portfolio of more than $150 million in funded research and more than 1,700 students and trainees in medicine, nursing, other health professions and biomedical research.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Norton Healthcare1
- Penn State Health1
- SSM Health1
- Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health1
- UTHealth Houston1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education4
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in immunologist jobs.
- PhD in immunology, microbiology, cell biology, or a closely related life science field
- Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, ELISA, and cell-based functional assays
- Proficiency in analyzing high-dimensional immune data using R, Python, or FlowJo
- Experience designing and executing in vitro and in vivo immunological studies
- Familiarity with GLP or GMP environments for translational or clinical-stage programs
- Strong publication record or demonstrated ability to present research findings to cross-functional teams
Tips for Your Immunologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to assay types
Hiring managers scan for specific techniques: flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blot, single-cell sequencing, or multiplex immunoassays. List each assay you've run independently, not just as part of a team, and name the platforms or instruments you operated.
Distinguish bench work from translational output
Industry roles weigh your ability to connect lab findings to clinical or commercial outcomes. For each project on your resume, add a one-line result: a candidate target advanced, a biomarker validated, or a program milestone hit, not just the methods you used.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists immunologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by disease area before you apply
Oncology immunology, autoimmunity, infectious disease, and allergy draw on overlapping but distinct skill sets. Targeting roles in your primary disease area first gets your application in front of teams who already value your specific experimental background.
Prepare mechanistic answers for technical screens
Interviewers at biotech and pharma companies routinely ask you to walk through an immune pathway, explain a failed assay, or defend a data interpretation. Practice out loud so you can answer precisely without over-explaining or stalling on unfamiliar model organisms.
Negotiate start date alongside compensation
If you're finishing a postdoc or wrapping a research contract, a flexible start date is often as valuable as a signing bonus. Raise it during the offer stage, before you accept, and frame it around completing your current obligations rather than personal preference.
Immunologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most immunologists?
The companies hiring the most immunologists right now include Norton Healthcare, Penn State Health, and SSM Health, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Alabama, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is highest at biopharma companies running active clinical programs in oncology and autoimmune disease.
How many immunologist jobs are remote?
About 0% of immunologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though the share varies significantly by function. Roles centered on bioinformatics, data analysis, medical affairs, and regulatory writing are most likely to be remote, while positions requiring hands-on bench work or biospecimen handling are almost always on-site.
How do you become an immunologist?
You typically start with a bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, or a related science, then complete a PhD program with a dissertation focused on immune function, disease mechanisms, or host-pathogen interactions. Most research and industry roles expect a postdoctoral fellowship after your doctorate, where you deepen expertise in a specific disease area or technology platform before applying to independent positions.
Can you get an immunologist job with little experience?
Entry-level immunologist roles in industry, such as associate scientist or research associate positions, are open to candidates with a master's degree or a bachelor's plus two or more years of hands-on lab experience. Emphasize specific assay proficiencies, any independent project ownership, and familiarity with the disease area the team works in, since technical fit often outweighs years of experience at this level.
What does the immunologist interview process look like?
Most processes begin with a recruiter or hiring manager screen focused on your research background and career goals, followed by a technical phone interview where you'll walk through your methods and data in detail. Finalists typically give a research seminar to the broader team, then complete a day of one-on-one interviews with scientists, collaborators, and sometimes a hiring director before receiving a decision.
Where can I find and apply to immunologist jobs?
You can find and apply to immunologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and disease-area focus, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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