Research Assistant Professor - Wu Lab

Wu Lab • Gainesville, FL

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant Professor will lead mechanistic studies of cancer development, progression, and immune evasion. The role involves designing and overseeing experiments using genetically engineered mouse models, syngeneic tumor models, xenografts, and related systems, and evaluating therapeutic strategies targeting tumor growth, immune suppression, and tumor–immune interactions.

The successful candidate will coordinate project activities, collaborations, milestones, and reporting; publish and present research findings; prepare progress reports; and develop and submit extramural funding applications. The position also includes mentoring trainees and research staff and ensuring compliance with research integrity, safety, and regulatory requirements.

This is an on-campus position at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, and is open to UF internal candidates only. A criminal background check and health assessment are required. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in cancer biology, immunology, genetics, or a closely related field.
• Completed postdoctoral training.
• Record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated expertise in cancer biology, tumor immunology, in vivo cancer models, or a related area of biomedical research.
• Ability to lead research independently, collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, and communicate scientific findings clearly.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with genetically engineered mouse models, syngeneic tumor models, or xenografts.
• Expertise in the tumor microenvironment, tumor–immune interactions, or mechanisms of cancer progression and immune evasion.
• Experience conducting preclinical studies of targeted therapies, immunotherapies, nucleic acid therapeutics, or combination treatments.
• Experience assisting with NIH or other extramural grant applications and mentoring trainees.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanistic studies of cancer development, progression, and immune evasion.
• Design and oversee experiments using genetically engineered mouse models, syngeneic tumor models, xenografts, and related systems.
• Evaluate therapeutic strategies targeting tumor growth, immune suppression, and tumor–immune interactions.
• Coordinate project activities, collaborations, milestones, and reporting requirements.
• Publish research findings and present scientific data.
• Prepare research progress reports.
• Develop and submit applications for extramural funding to support ongoing and future research.
• Mentor trainees and research staff.
• Ensure compliance with applicable research integrity, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance through State Health Plans.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement options.
• Paid time off, including over 10 paid holidays and paid family, sick, and vacation leave.
• Personal and professional development opportunities, including UF Training & Organizational Development programs, leadership development, and LinkedIn Learning.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree