Cancer Microbiome Scientist (Tenure-Track)

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Microbiology & Immunology at Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City. We seek an independent scientist focusing on microbiome-related cancer biology, with potential to influence cancer therapies and prevention.

Rank is dependent on qualifications. Applicants must hold an MD, PhD, or DVM and demonstrate a strong publication record with funded research.

Qualifications

• MD/PhD/DVM or equivalent terminal degree and evidence of leadership in microbiota research.
• Strong publication record and potential for external funding.
• Tenure-track faculty position with flexibility to be filled at any rank based on qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, collaborative research program focusing on microbiota in cancer biology and therapy.
• Publish results in high-impact venues and secure competitive funding.
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring within the department and center.

Skills

Microbiome science

Cancer biology

Research independence

Education

MD, PhD, or DVM

Tools

Gnotobiotic facilities

Metabolomics

Microbiota analysis

Job description

University of Utah Health invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Microbiology & Immunology at Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City. We seek an independent scientist focusing on microbiome-related cancer biology, with potential to influence cancer therapies and prevention.

Rank is dependent on qualifications. Applicants must hold an MD, PhD, or DVM and demonstrate a strong publication record with funded research.