Microbiology and Immunology Faculty Position (Ladder Rank) Assistant Professor

Application Window
Open date: September 6, 2024

Next review date: Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Mar 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description 

Microbiology and Immunology - Faculty Position (Ladder Rank) - Assistant Professor

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE - Microbiology and Immunology

Description
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology seeks candidates for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are seeking a creative and visionary investigator employing cutting-edge approaches to join the Integrative Microbiology (I-Micro) program, which includes a focus in the broadly defined areas of Microbiology, Microbial Pathogenesis and Host Response, Virology, and Innate Immunity. The vibrant I-Micro program spans both the Parnassus and Mission Bay campuses of UCSF. Research space will be at the Mission Bay campus, embedded in a dynamic and interactive community of labs.

Candidates are expected to hold a PhD and/or M.D. degree at time of appointment (CV must list pending degree), and to have demonstrated significant potential in their field. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a dynamic and interactive research program and to excel at teaching. The successful candidate will be eligible for membership in our many diverse graduate programs, including but not limited to Biomedical Sciences (BMS), and Tetrad (Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Biophysics, Genetics).

Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, a 1-page summary of research accomplishments, a 1-2-page description of future research plans, a summary of contributions to diversity/equity/inclusion, and a statement of teaching. Copies of major publications may be included. Applicants should request three contacts to provide letters of recommendation upon request.

Applicants must meet requirements by the time of appointment.

Applications will be considered starting October 15, 2024, and the position may be filled any time between January 2025 and April 2025.

Document Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. (Required)
Cover Letter (Required)
Statement of Research (Required)
Statement of Teaching (Required)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity (Required)
Copies of Major Publications (Optional)
Misc / Additional (Optional)

Job location
San Francisco, CA

Search Chair
Joseph Bondy-Denomy (joseph.bondy-denomy@ucsf.edu)

Please apply online at https://apptrkr.com/5618912

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/oct-2024-scales/t5-summary.pdf. The minimum base salary range for this position is $118,000-$153,000. This position includes membership in the https://ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/5618912