FACULTY POSITION IN THE DEPARTMENT OF MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR BIOLOGY
- Employer
- University of Arizona
- Location
- Tucson Arizona
- Salary
- Commensurate with experience
- Closing date
- Nov 13, 2023
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- Discipline
- Life Sciences, Computational Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Immunology, Cancer Research
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Job Type
- Faculty
- Organization Type
- Academia
The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) at the University of Arizona, partnering with the U. Arizona Cancer Center (UACC), invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level for appointment with competitive, rank-matched startup support from Spring 2024 onwards. We seek candidates who are addressing important and challenging problems in cancer biology, broadly defined, including but not limited to inflammation, microenvironment/immune system, genome instability, metastasis, cancer genetics and/or computational biology, aligning with university strategic priorities.
The successful candidate will interact with a rich and vibrant scientific community, including the Ginny L. Clements Breast Cancer Research Institute, Arizona Center on Aging, BIO5 Institute, Data Science Institute, and new initiatives in single-cell immunomics and artificial intelligence. We expect the successful candidate to develop an innovative research program, attract external funding, provide research training for graduate and undergraduate students, and teach at both the undergraduate and graduate level. A Ph.D., post-doctoral research experience and a strong publication record are required. Regardless of discipline, our selection criterion will be scientific excellence, and the successful candidate is expected to support the department’s efforts for diversity and inclusiveness.
To apply, please submit an online application at:
https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/16709?c=arizona
Please upload the following items to your application:
• Cover Letter with a description of research focus, teaching experience and overall fit for this search (1 page max.)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research Statement with a description of significant research accomplishments and a plan for future research (4 pages max.)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy (2 pages max.)
• Contact information for a minimum of three professional references.
Review of applications will begin in late September, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Arizona offers outstanding benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more.
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff, and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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