Assistant Professor (PAEI Immuno)

The University of British Columbia; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Canada seeks an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Dentistry. The role focuses on immunology and cell biology related to oral health, requiring a PhD and postdoctoral training. The candidate will lead research, supervise trainees, and collaborate on various research themes. UBC values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a PhD and postdoctoral training in a relevant field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collegial approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent research program and enhance existing research.
• Supervise undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral trainees.

Skills

Immunology

Cell Biology

Research Productivity

Interpersonal Skills

Education

PhD

Tools

AI

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Department

Oral Biological and Medical Sciences | Faculty of Dentistry (Ya Shen)

Job Category

Faculty Bargaining

Job Title

Department

Oral Biological and Medical Sciences | Faculty of Dentistry (Ya Shen)

Posting End Date

July 30, 2025

Note : Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

150,000 annual salary

Assistant Professor at the UBC Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences

Anticipated Start Date : Summer of 2025

Starting salary is $150,000.00 and may be negotiated based on experience and credentials.

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Dentistry is recruiting outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral Biological and Medical Sciences (OBMS) supported through the UBC President’s Academic Excellence Initiative. The Faculty aims to lead in Oral Health Research in Canada, aligning with Canada's National Oral Health Research Strategy (NORHS).

The Faculty seeks exceptional scholars to lead research in immunology and cell biology related to oral health and disease. Research interests include connective tissue disorders, genomic/epigenomic regulation of oral disease, development of novel anti-inflammatories, cellular therapy, and bioengineering approaches for oral tissue regeneration. Candidates must hold a PhD and postdoctoral training in a relevant field, with a solid understanding of oral and systemic immunology and cell physiology, and expertise in “-omics” approaches relevant to oral health research. Skills in AI are a plus. A DMD/DDS or dental hygiene degree is desirable but not required.

The candidate should be an emerging leader capable of developing an independent research program, enhancing existing research and teaching, and aligning with the Canadian National Oral Health Research Strategy. They should be able to collaborate with existing research themes at the Faculty, including Craniofacial Development, Preclinical Disease Models, Matrix Biology, Infection, Immunity, and Biomaterials Research. The candidate will supervise undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral trainees, demonstrate recent research productivity, and have a record of grant or salary awards. Strong interpersonal skills and a collegial approach are essential, along with teaching experience in foundational and oral immunology and cell physiology.

The appointment will be full-time at UBC, with salary, rank, and status commensurate with qualifications. UBC values merit, equity, and diversity, encouraging applications from visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and minority sexual orientations. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are prioritized. Review begins July 1st and continues until filled.

Applications should include a CV, evidence of research and teaching experience, and contact info for three referees (contacted only at a later stage). Send applications to the provided contact.