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The University of California Irvine (UCI) Sue & Bill Gross Stem Cell Research Center (SCRC; www.stemcell.uci.edu) and School of Medicine (SOM, https://www.som.uci.edu) invite applications from outstanding candidates for a faculty position in stem cell biology, serving as Scientific Director for Cell Therapy Development and Translation. Successful candidates will have an active research program with a focus on innovation in novel methods/platforms, biomaterials, and/or biomolecules that has broad potential to impact the development and translation of cellular therapies. Examples of relevant research areas include but are not limited to: the development or optimization of scalable 2D or 3D cell culture platforms; optimization of the derivation, characterization, differentiation or manipulation of reprogrammed stem cells (iPSC); and development of novel approaches to the selection or monitoring of cell lines for clinical applications, such as multi-omic or label-free platforms. Review of applications will prioritize research programs with broad relevance to the translation of cellular therapies for neurological disease, as well as potential to accelerate translational research and clinical application via addressing roadblocks relevant for Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) cell production.

This academic appointment is open to PHD or MD/PHD scientists, and will be made at the Associate or Full Professor level in an appropriate SOM department; start-up package commensurate with appointment level.

UCI SOM/COHS programs include strong resources across multiple translational themes, including the SCRC (www.stemcell.uci.edu) and California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) Alpha Stem Cell Clinic (ASCC; https://clinic.stemcell.uci.edu); Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (http://www.icts.uci.edu); Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center (http://www.cancer.uci.edu); Cancer Research Institute (http://cri.bio.uci.edu (http://cri.bio.uci.edu); and Institute for Immunology (http://www.immunology.uci.edu).

Interested individuals should apply online through UCI RECRUIT at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF07991

Application materials required: 1) Cover letter; 2) Curriculum vitae; 3) Summary of research interests (up to 3 pages); 4) Summary of teaching philosophy (1 page); 5) Names and contact information for 3-5 individuals who can provide a letter of reference upon request; 6) Statement of Contributions to Diversity; 7) Completed Authorization to Release Information Form; 8) PDFs of 3-5 recent publications.

Institutional Reference Check:

The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence; where all individuals who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. In support of this commitment, and as a means to address all forms of academic misconduct, UC Irvine will conduct an institutional reference check on recruitment finalists of Senate Ladder-Rank Professor and Professor of Teaching series, at all ranks (i.e. assistant, associate, full), prior to extending a formal offer of appointment. Applications submitted via AP Recruit must include a signed copy of the Authorization to Release Information Form for consideration.

Applications should be submitted prior to: January 30, 2023

Inquiries about the position should be directed to Search Committee Chair: Dr. Edwin Monuki.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

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