Investigator in Pediatric Immuno-Oncology - Clinical X or In Residence

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 334,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious academic medical center dedicated to advancing pediatric cancer treatments. This role offers an endowed Professorship for an MD or PhD scientist passionate about immuno-oncology. You will engage in innovative research, collaborate with leading experts, and contribute to a mission focused on excellence in research, education, and patient care. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a vibrant community, where your work will help shape the future of pediatric cancer therapy. If you are driven by research and committed to diversity, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• MD or PhD required with a strong interest in pediatric cancer immunology.
• Demonstrated track record in publishing and securing funding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct groundbreaking research in pediatric cancer immunology.
• Collaborate with UCSF's immunology and oncology communities.

Skills

Immuno-oncology

Research funding acquisition

Collaboration

Teaching

Education

MD

PhD

MD/PhD

Job description

Application Window

Open date: August 22, 2024

Most recent review date: Thursday, Jan 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

UCSF School of Medicine and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals

Division of Oncology, Department of Pediatrics

Clinical X or In Residence Faculty Series

Role Overview:

The Division of Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco is recruiting an MD or PhD scientist with a strong interest in immuno-oncology of pediatric cancers. The position comes with an endowed Professorship. Appointment will be made at the Associate or Full Professor rank in the Clinical X or In Residence faculty series. Academic rank is commensurate with experience.

The selected candidate will become part of a leading academic medical center and a well-established training program. The role will significantly contribute to our tripartite mission of fostering excellence in research, education, and patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage in groundbreaking research and obtain federal funding.


• Advance the field of pediatric cancer immunology, whether basic or translational.


• Collaborate with UCSF's dynamic immunology and oncology communities.

Areas of Research Interest:

• Cell-based therapies (e.g., CART)


• RNA vaccines


• Antibody Drug Conjugates

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD, PhD, or MD/PhD


• Demonstrated track record in publishing and securing peer-reviewed external funding


• Eligibility for appointment at the Associate or Full Professor rank


• Commitment to workplace diversity


• Collaborative spirit

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven strength in teaching


• Current or prospective recipient of federal or equivalent funding as a Principal Investigator


• Robust communication skills across diverse forums

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a field of critical importance and to work within a vibrant and supportive community. We invite qualified candidates to join us in our pursuit of advancing pediatric cancer treatments through innovative research and dedicated patient care.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $156,700-$333,700. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Interested candidates can apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05218 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of contributions to diversity, statement of research accomplishments, and contact information for 3 references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.

The University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is one of the top biomedical research institutions in the nation. For the 17th year in a row, UCSF garnered the top spot among public institutions in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2023. The Department's clinical enterprise is based at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, Mount Zion, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, and at a number of outreach clinics throughout Northern California, providing the Department with an unsurpassed opportunity to meet the needs of infants, children, and young adults throughout the Bay Area. For 2024-2025, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals ranked in all 10 children's specialties in U.S. News and World Report. Nestled in a dynamic and unique geography distinguished by unprecedented innovations in technology, UCSF and the Department of Pediatrics are able to bring research and industry together to advance health.

For more information contact:

Arun Wiita, MD, PhD

Associate Professor In Residence

[e-mail]

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).

  
  

• Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: Contributions to Diversity Statement

  
  

• Statement of Research

  
  

• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

  
  

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

  
  

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

* "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

* UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH

* UC Anti-Discrimination Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

* APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf

Job location

San Francisco, CA