Assistant Adjunct Professor: Diabetes Center – Anderson lab

About the role

The Diabetes Center of the University of California, San Francisco is seeking to appoint a faculty member at the Assistant Adjunct level whose research program focuses on the immunology of immune tolerance in the thymus. In particular, this work will utilize the AIre-mouse model and other related genetic mutations to unravel the display of self antigens in the thymus and how their development is regulated.

The Diabetes Center is chartered to investigate type I&II diabetes, as well as the development, differentiation and homeostasis of the cell types and tissues manifesting these diseases. Relevant research areas include: immunology/inflammation, β-cell biology, insulin resistance, and stem research. The appointee will occupy space in the Diabetes Center on the Parnassus campus of UCSF, and will be a member of the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program.

The successful candidates are required to hold a PhD, or MD/PhD degree, and to have a research relevant to type I or type II diabetes, and be committed to the Diabetes Center.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Adjunct Professor will:

• Utilize the AIre-mouse model and other related genetic mutations to study the display of self antigens in the thymus and their regulation.
• Contribute to the investigation of type I and type II diabetes, focusing on the development, differentiation, and homeostasis of cell types and tissues involved in these diseases.
• Collaborate with other researchers in the Diabetes Center to advance knowledge in immunology, β-cell biology, insulin resistance, and stem research.
• Occupy space in the Diabetes Center on the Parnassus campus of UCSF.
• Be a member of the Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program.

Requirements

The successful candidate must:

• Hold a PhD, or MD/PhD degree.
• Have a research background relevant to type I or type II diabetes.
• Be committed to the Diabetes Center.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong research background in immunology, particularly in the context of immune tolerance and thymic development.
• Experience working with the AIre-mouse model and related genetic mutations.
• Knowledge of β-cell biology, insulin resistance, and stem research.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

The successful candidate should possess:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

The Diabetes Center offers:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate research needs.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.

Pay

The pay range for this position is determined by the University's compensation system and is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and will be tailored to the needs of the research program.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05875. Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

Application Requirements

To apply, applicants must submit the following:

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)
• Three to five references (contact information only)

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