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University of California, Davis
MMG Cancer Biology Professor - 2026
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A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$94,950 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Position overview Salary range: The salary range for this position is $103,600
- $175,700.
Application Window Open date:
July 1, 2026 Next review date: Tuesday, Sep 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:
Wednesday, Jun 30, 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 The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, in the College of Biological Sciences, University of California, Davis, invites applications for tenured Professor at the Associate or Full Professor level in Cancer Biology. Candidates whose research focuses on fundamental questions in cancer biology at the molecular, cellular, and/or organismal level investigated through laboratory and computational approaches are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research augments existing cancer-related research in the department. Appointment will be at the tenured Associate or Full Professor, depending on experience and qualifications, in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics (College of Biological Sciences) with a joint appointment in a suitable department of the School of Medicine and membership in the Integrative Cancer Biology Program Program of the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center. The successful applicant will be holder of a renewable appointment to the Albrecht Endowed Chair in Basic Science. Applicants must have earned a PhD or equivalent with significant post-doctoral experience and independent research experience in cancer biology. Participation in department, college, and university service as a member of UC Davis Division of the Academic Senate is an expectation under our faculty shared governance model. Minimum qualifications Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent with significant post-doctoral experience, hold a tenured or equivalent position, and have a track record of productive independent research with strong current funding by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Additional qualifications Excellence in research that complements or extends existing research strengths in the Department. A vibrant research program with strong extramural funding. Commitment to excellence in teaching. Must demonstrate evidence of ability to perform well at both graduate and undergraduate levels and to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses or seminars. Application Requirements Applicants should submit materials online at: [(UC Davis Recruit)]. Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae summarizing experience and achievements, statement of research accomplishments and plans (3-5 pages), statement of teaching experience and philosophy (1-2 pages), contact information for four references who can be regarded as "arm's length" (individuals who have no history of collaboration or mentor relationship with the candidate), and authorization to release information form. Finalists will be asked to have four supporting letters submitted online at the above website. For full consideration, applications must be completed by September 15, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled through June 30, 2027. Feel free to contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Satoshi Namekawa at snamekawa@ucdavis.edu with any questions about the search or position. The administrative contact is Gaya Gomes, ggomes@ucdavis.edu. For more information on the position, the Department and UC Davis in general, please visit the following website: [Careers]. UC Davis supports family-friendly recruitments. UC Davis covers travel expenses for a second person to accompany an invited faculty recruitment candidate who is a mother (or single parent of either gender) of a breast or bottle-feeding child less than two years of age. UC Davis and Family Friendly Recruitment Practices The UC Davis Partner Opportunities Program (POP) and Capital Resource Network (CRN) are services designed to support departments and Deans' offices in the recruitment and retention of outstanding faculty. Eligibility for POP services is limited; for full program details please visit Academic Affairs.Department :
Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent with significant post-doctoral experience, hold a tenured or equivalent position, and have a track record of productive independent research with strong current funding by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Excellence in research that complements or extends existing research strengths in the Department. A vibrant research program with strong extramural funding. Commitment to excellence in teaching. Must demonstrate evidence of ability to perform well at both graduate and undergraduate levels and to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses or seminars. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae- Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Research and Future Research
- 3-5 pages in length Statement of Teaching Accomplishments, Philosophy, and/or Interest
- 1-2 pages in length Authorization to Release Information Form
- This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments.
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Help contact: ggomes@ucdavis.edu About UC Davis 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, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer. "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 UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties APM- 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment To implement this process, UC Davis requires all applicants for any open search to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled, "Authorization to Release Information" into