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The Department of Immunology at Moffitt Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, invites applications from outstanding scientists for a tenure-track position at the Assistant, Associate, and Senior member levels. We seek innovators to advance cancer-immunology-focused studies that can integrate both foundational and clinical investigations as part of Moffitt’s initiative to significantly expand it's nationally and internationally recognized cancer programs.

To learn more about the department, visit:

https://moffitt.org/research-science/divisions-and-departments/basic-science/immunology/

Position Highlights:

Moffitt offers dedicated space in a highly interactive research environment on the Moffitt campus that houses faculty in the Department of Immunology. Specific areas of cancer-immunology research include: B cells/antibody biology, innate lymphoid cells, Immune-Metabolism, Microbiota, Autoimmunity-Cancer Immunopathology, Vaccines and Vector development/oncolytic virus.

Ideal Candidates:

Develop an independent research program in Immunology that complements the Department's existing strengths in the immunobiology of cancer and cancer immunotherapy. Candidates with demonstrated strength in any area of immunobiology will be considered, but preference will be given to candidates with a record of accomplishments and/or research plans focused on tumor immunology and immunotherapy.

Credentials and Qualifications:

The successful candidate should have a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree, a demonstrated record of achievement in the field of Immunology as evidenced by extramural research support, and a strong record of publications and collaborations.

 

Moffitt is affiliated with the University of South Florida and a University appointment is encouraged. 

Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city that provides its residents with a high quality of life.  The Tampa Bay area (https://www.visittampabay.com/) has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe.  This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities for all, beautiful beaches, amazing cuisine, and so much more.

Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a summary of past research accomplishments, a statement of future research plans, and names and emails of at least three professional references.   Application materials should be submitted to Jose-Alejandro Guevara-Patino M.D., Ph.D., Chair-Search Committee through  Josealejandro.guevara@Moffitt.org. Applications are confidential, and references will not be contacted without notification to the applicant. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Start date is flexible.