Faculty Positions in Immune Engineering and Cellular Therapies

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern Medical Center); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center's Center for Cellular Therapies and Cancer Immunology (CCTCI) in Dallas invites tenure-track faculty candidates at all ranks to advance immune engineering and cellular immunotherapy for cancer.

We seek innovative scientists who will develop transformative technologies and biologics, lead independent, extramurally funded programs, and mentor students across immunology, bioengineering, and computation.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in immunology, bioengineering, computational biology, or a related field
• A strong record of scientific innovation and productivity
• Demonstrated ability (or potential) to lead an independent, extramurally funded research program
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and mentorship

Responsibilities

• Lead an independent, extramurally funded research program
• Collaborate across immunology, bioengineering, and computation
• Develop transformative technologies and biologics to treat cancer

Skills

Independent research leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Scientific innovation

Mentorship

Education

Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent in immunology, bioengineering, computational biology

Job description

Faculty Positions in Immune Engineering and Cellular Therapies

Center for Cellular Therapies and Cancer Immunology (CCTCI)

Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center

UT Southwestern Medical Center – Dallas, TX

The Center for Cellular Therapies and Cancer Immunology (CCTCI) at UT Southwestern Medical Center is recruiting tenure-track faculty at all academic ranks (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor). We seek innovative scientists with expertise in immune engineering who are eager to develop transformative technologies and biologics to treat cancer.

About the Center

The CCTCI is a newly established, interdisciplinary center dedicated to accelerating the discovery and clinical translation of next-generation immunotherapys, including first-in-human Phase I trials. The Center leverages UT Southwestern’s world-class infrastructure in cellular manufacturing, genomics, and early-phase clinical development to bridge bench and bedside.

Research Areas of Interest

We welcome applicants using cutting-edge tools to investigate and manipulate the immune system for therapeutic gain. Specific areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Machine learning applied to immunological challenges, such as modeling immune responses, antigen specificity, or cellular differentiation
• Protein engineering for immune modulation, including immune receptors, cytokines, and synthetic ligands
• Cellular engineering approaches, such as synthetic circuits, reprogramming, and in vivo cell targeting
• Genome engineering, including CRISPR-based systems, targeted epigenetic editing, and chromatin architecture manipulation for immunotherapy

Applicants working at the interface of computational, synthetic, and translational immunology are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in immunology, bioengineering, computational biology, or a related field
• A strong record of scientific innovation and productivity
• Demonstrated ability (or potential) to lead an independent, extramurally funded research program
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and mentorship

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive academic environment, and strongly encourage applications from individuals underrepresented in science and medicine.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Review of applications will begin September 1, 2026 and continue until December 31, 2026.

Learn More

Explore the Choi Laboratory’s research, publications, and ongoing programs:

• Choi Laboratory website: Choi (Jaehyuk) Lab | UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas
• Laboratory research overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMnKZ0bko0U
• Dr.Jaehyuk ChoiInfluuent: Jaehyuk Choi - University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

About UT Southwestern

UT Southwestern Medical Center is home to a vibrant and collaborative scientific community, including six Nobel Laureates, and over 80 members of the National Academies. We offer highly competitive startup packages, excellent benefits, and access to state-of-the- art core facilities and GMP infrastructure.

Learn more about UTSW employee benefits:

https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources