Cancer Biology Professor

UC Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at UC Davis invites applications for a tenured Professor at the Associate or Full Professor level in Cancer Biology. Candidates whose work spans molecular, cellular, and organismal cancer biology, including computational approaches, are encouraged to apply.

Appointment includes a renewable Albrecht Endowed Chair in Basic Science with a joint appointment in a School of Medicine department and membership in the Integrated Cancer Biology Program

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent with significant post‑doctoral experience and an independent research program.
• Excellence in research that complements existing strengths and demonstrates ability to attract extramural funding.
• Commitment to teaching at both graduate and undergraduate levels and to developing courses or seminars.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-impact cancer biology research program at molecular, cellular, and/or organismal levels.
• Collaborate across departments and with the School of Medicine, contributing to the Integrated Cancer Biology Program.
• Mentor students and postdocs and contribute to departmental service.

Skills

Independent research

Grant funding

Teaching excellence

Education

PhD or equivalent in a relevant field

Job description

The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, in the College of Biological Sciences, University of California, Davis, invites applications for a tenured Professor at the Associate or Full Professor level in Cancer Biology. Candidates whose research focuses on fundamental questions in cancer biology at the molecular, cellular, and/or organismal level investigated through laboratory and computational approaches are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research augments existing cancer‑related research in the department, including but not limited to approaches tackling modern problems in metabolism, cell death, immunotherapy, microbiome, inflammation, and chromosome biology.

Appointment will be at the tenured Associate or Full Professor, depending on experience and qualifications, in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (College of Biological Sciences) with a joint appointment in a suitable department of the School of Medicine and membership in the Integrated Cancer Biology Program of the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center. The successful applicant will be holder of a renewable appointment to the Albrecht Endowed Chair in Basic Science. Applicants must have earned a PhD or equivalent with significant post‑doctoral experience and independent research experience in cancer biology. Participation in department, college, and university service as a member of UC Davis Division of the Academic Senate is an expectation under our faculty shared governance model.

Minimum qualifications

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent with significant post‑doctoral experience, hold a tenured or equivalent position, and maintain a track record of productive independent research with strong current funding by the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

Additional qualifications

• Excellence in research that complements or extends existing research strengths in the Department.
• A vibrant research program with strong extramural funding.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching. Must demonstrate evidence of ability to perform well at both graduate and undergraduate levels and to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses or seminars.

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit materials online at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07722. Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae summarizing experience and achievements, statement of research accomplishments and plans (3‑5 pages), statement of teaching experience and philosophy (1‑2 pages), contact information for four references who can be regarded as “arm’s length” (individuals who have no history of collaboration or mentor relationship with the candidate), and authorization to release information form. Finalists will be asked to arrange to have four supporting letters submitted online at the above website. For full consideration, applications must be completed by September 15, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled through June 30, 2027. Feel free to contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Satoshi Namekawa at [e-mail] with any questions about the search or position. The administrative contact is Gaya Gomes, [e-mail]. For more information on the position, the department and UC Davis in general, please visit the following web site: https://mmg.ucdavis.edu/careers.

Our Commitment

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