Assistant Professor

Job Summary

The Department of Cell and Regenerative Biology in the School of Medicine and Public Health at the University of Wisconsin‑Madison invites applications for an entry‑level, tenure‑track Assistant Professor. The department seeks outstanding candidates in developmental, stem cell, and regenerative biology to develop an independent, externally funded research program that complements existing strengths and embraces interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will also teach, mentor students, and engage in professional, public, and university service appropriate to the faculty rank, working collegially with other faculty members.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in administrative and committee work to support the scholarly missions of the School of Medicine and Public Health (~5% effort).
• Develop a vigorous and internationally recognized research program; 75‑80% effort will be on research, with an expectation to earn and maintain extramural funding.
• Teach and mentor graduate, undergraduate, and medical students within the field of Cell and Regenerative Biology (~10‑15% effort).

Department and Location

The Department of Cell and Regenerative Biology has a longstanding tradition of excellence in developmental, stem cell, and regenerative biology. Faculty benefit from a collaborative environment, modern shared facilities (e.g., Cryo‑EM Center, Optical Imaging Core, Center for High‑Throughput Computing), and strong mentorship programs, including a new T32 graduate training grant. The position is onsite at the University of Wisconsin‑Madison campus in Madison, Wisconsin, a city consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States.

Required Qualifications

• 2‑3 years of postdoctoral training in a relevant biomedical field by the start date.
• Record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in a relevant field.

Compensation & Benefits

Negotiable salary on a 12‑month appointment.

Employees can expect generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurance and savings options; and retirement benefits. See the campus benefits webpage for full details.

Application Process

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• Cover Letter (required)
• Curriculum Vitae (required)
• Statement of Research (max 3 pages, required)
• Statement of Teaching Interests (max 1 page, required)
• Three letters of recommendation (required)

The deadline for full consideration is November 13, 2026; the search will remain open until the position is filled.

University sponsorship is not available. Candidates must have continuous eligibility to work in the United States (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or authorized non‑immigrant). The university cannot support J‑1 waiver requests or reimburse related legal fees.

Contact Information

Dr. Ken Poss – kposs@morgridge.org

Relay Access (WTRS): 7‑1‑1.

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW‑Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect how identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We are committed to excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inseparably linked goals. UW‑Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background—students, faculty, and staff who serve Wisconsin and the world. The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.