Microbiology and Immunology Faculty Position (Ladder Rank) Assistant Professor

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

Description
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 vitae, 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.