Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Cellular & Molecular Medicine (Tenure Track)

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Cellular & Molecular Medicine (Tenure Track) Posting Number req27162 Department Cellular & Molecular Medicine Department Website Link https://cmm.arizona.edu/ Medical Sub-Speciality Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights

With strong support from the State of Arizona and the College of Medicine-Tucson, the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (CMM) at the University of Arizona (UA) in Tucson, AZ seeks applications for a tenure-track faculty member in the area of cancer biology at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor. The anticipated start date is summer/fall of 2025. Candidates with a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. and expertise in cancer biology will be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to establish an innovative research program in cancer biology research, secure extramural funding, and provide high-level instruction to medical and/or graduate students. Areas of interest and expertise are broad and include: (1) cancer cell biology; (2) tumor microenvironment, including cancer mechanobiology; (3) imaging and/or computational approaches to cancer modeling, (4) cancer evolution (e.g., genomic instability, mechanisms of drug resistance, etc.), and (5) bioinformatics.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will remain open until filled.

CMM is renowned for its expertise in cardiovascular, cancer, and respiratory biology and disease research. Applicants bridging any of these disciplines are especially encouraged to apply. CMM is a fast-growing, highly interdisciplinary unit whose faculty make pivotal contributions to UA''s mission of multidisciplinary and collaborative discovery through cross-cutting basic and applied/translational research.

Approximately 30% of CMM primary faculty work within or are affiliated with The University of Arizona Cancer Center (UACC). UACC is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center at the forefront for expanded, high impact precision cancer medicine. UACC has strengths in basic mechanisms of carcinogenesis, tumor microenvironment, disparities, and cancer prevention. UACC is supported by a broad array of research activities including Data Science, Human Immune Monitoring, Cancer Imaging, Genomics, and Metabolomics, and a comprehensive biorepository which provides biospecimen collection, processing, and storage coupled with clinical and risk factor data collection for a variety of cancers.

The successful candidate will have access to excellent laboratory space, access to outstanding core facilities, administrative support, and generous start-up funding.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an established, well-funded, research program.
• Participate in the development and conduct of innovative and significant research.
• Play an active role in teaching and training undergraduate, graduate, medical students, and postdoctoral fellows.
• Participate in appropriate departmental events, including seminars, retreats, and meetings.
• Participate in College of Medicine events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.
• General understanding of University of Arizona's mission, purpose, and goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD and/or MD degree.
• Strong publication record in high impact journals commensurate with experience.
• Active extramural research funding.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive postdoctoral research experience.

Rank To be Determined Tenure Information Tenure Track (T/TE) FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay DOE Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 3 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates

Greg Rogers | gcrogers@arizona.edu

Open Date 10/9/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume, Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents Special Instructions to Applicant

Please submit the following FIVE (5) documents:

• Cover Letter: Outline qualifications and desire to participate in Cancer Bioengineering
• Curriculum Vitae: Provide details on track record of research, publication, funding, and service
• Statement of Research Interests: Outline prior and planned research program
• Statement of Teaching Interests: Describe experience and philosophy of teaching
• Contact Information for Three References

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