Microbiology and Immunology Faculty Position (Ladder Rank) Assistant Professor

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 126,800 - 164,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership in health sciences compensation plan

Job summary

The University of California - San Francisco is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Microbiology and Immunology. This position is part of the School of Medicine and involves a focus on innovative research in Microbiology, Virology, and Innate Immunity, with responsibilities in teaching and mentoring students.

Candidates should hold a PhD or M.D. degree, demonstrating both research potential and teaching excellence. The position offers opportunities for collaboration within graduate programs and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated significant potential in Microbiology or related fields.
• Ability to establish a compelling research program.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Establish a research program in Microbiology and Immunology.
• Teach and mentor students in related fields.
• Collaborate within the iMicro program community.

Skills

Creative and visionary investigator

Strong teaching ability

Research in Microbiology and Immunology

Education

PhD or M.D. degree

Job description

Application Window

Open date: June 24, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Oct 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Dec 24, 2027 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

Microbiology and Immunology - Faculty Position (Ladder Rank) - Assistant Professor

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE - Microbiology and Immunology

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology seeks candidates for a tenure‑track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. We are seeking a creative and visionary investigator employing cutting‑edge approaches to join the Integrative Microbiology (iMicro) program, which includes a focus in the broadly defined areas of Microbiology, Microbial Pathogenesis and Host Response, Virology, and Innate Immunity. The vibrant iMicro program spans both the Parnassus and Mission Bay campuses of UCSF. Research space will be at the Mission Bay campus, embedded in a dynamic and interactive community of labs.

Candidates are expected to hold a PhD and/or M.D. degree at time of appointment (CV must list pending degree), and to have demonstrated significant potential in their field. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a compelling research program and to excel at teaching. The successful candidate will be eligible for membership in our many basic science graduate programs, including but not limited to Biomedical Sciences (BMS), and Tetrad (Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Biophysics, Genetics).

Applicants should submit their curriculum vita, a 1‑page summary of research accomplishments, a 1‑2‑page description of future research plans, and statement of teaching. Copies of major publications may be included. Applicants should request three contacts to provide letters of recommendation upon request.

Applicants must meet requirements by the time of appointment.

Applications will be considered starting October 15, 2026, and the position may be filled any time between May 2027 and November 2027.

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. (Required)
• Cover Letter (Required)
• Statement of Research (Required)
• Statement of Teaching (Required)
• Copies of Major Publications (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Job location

San Francisco, CA

Search Chair

Anita Sil ([e-mail])

Please apply online

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 $126,800-$164,300. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

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.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

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.