Cancer Immunology Research Professor - On Campus, Gainesville

UF ECE Ambassadors; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost Health Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Generous Retirement Options

Comprehensive Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks a principal investigator to lead mechanistic cancer biology studies, oversee experiments using GM mice, xenografts, and related models, and evaluate novel immuno-oncology strategies.

The candidate will design and coordinate projects, mentor trainees, publish findings, and prepare grant applications while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This on-campus position offers exceptional benefits and institutional support.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in cancer biology, immunology, genetics, or a closely related field; completed postdoctoral training; and a record of peer-reviewed publications.
• 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

Independent research leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clear scientific communication

In vivo cancer models

Education

PhD in cancer biology/immunology/genetics

Postdoctoral training

Peer-reviewed publications

Tools

Genetically engineered mouse models

Syngeneic tumor models

Xenografts

Job description

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks a principal investigator to lead mechanistic cancer biology studies, oversee experiments using GM mice, xenografts, and related models, and evaluate novel immuno-oncology strategies.

The candidate will design and coordinate projects, mentor trainees, publish findings, and prepare grant applications while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This on-campus position offers exceptional benefits and institutional support.