Cancer Immunology Research Lead — Lab & Mentorship

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville, FL, invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor (Wu Lab) to lead mechanistic cancer biology studies and oversee in vivo models. You will drive experiments, mentor trainees, and coordinate collaborations while pursuing extramural funding and reporting progress.

The role requires a Ph.D. and a track record in cancer biology, tumor immunology, or related biomedical research.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in cancer biology, immunology, genetics, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in cancer biology, tumor immunology, in vivo cancer models, or a related area of biomedical research.
• Ability to lead research independently, collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and communicate scientific findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanistic studies of cancer development, progression, and immune evasion.
• Design and oversee experiments using genetically engineered mouse models, syngeneic tumor models, xenografts, and related systems.
• Evaluate therapeutic strategies targeting tumor growth, immune suppression, and tumor-immune interactions.
• Coordinate project activities, collaborations, milestones, and reporting requirements.
• Publish research findings, present scientific data, and prepare research progress reports.
• Develop and submit applications for extramural funding to support ongoing and future research.
• Mentor trainees and research staff and ensure compliance with applicable research integrity, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Lead independent research

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Scientific communication

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in cancer biology/immunology/genetics

Job description

University of Florida in Gainesville, FL, invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor (Wu Lab) to lead mechanistic cancer biology studies and oversee in vivo models. You will drive experiments, mentor trainees, and coordinate collaborations while pursuing extramural funding and reporting progress.

The role requires a Ph.D. and a track record in cancer biology, tumor immunology, or related biomedical research.