The Department of Medicine at the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We are seeking an outstanding, creative investigator in any area of Immunology. Our faculty include some of the brightest and most innovative scholars spanning a broad variety of disciplines and disease models. The Department of Medicine has established the Research Hub to foster cross-disciplinary collaborations and continue a major expansion of the faculty as part of a 5-year strategic plan. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting https://medicine.ufl.edu/research-new/.
UF has more than 30 immunology research laboratories situated across multiple colleges and institutes that are supported by state-of-the-art resources and centers in advanced imaging, genomics, cytometry, virology, vector biology, metabolomics, lipidomics, and oncogenesis. UF is also developing a world-class artificial intelligence (AI) research infrastructure to support investigators. Research spans innate and adaptive immunity, with existing strengths in infectious disease, organ-specific immunology of lung and kidney, autoimmunity, cancer immune therapies, and antiviral immunity. We are particularly interested in recruiting candidates who will build a research program that complements these existing strengths.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop or have created a vibrant, externally funded research program, participate in graduate-level teaching, and recruit and mentor outstanding trainees.
Applicants should hold a PhD, MD or MD/PhD in the biomedical sciences or a related field of study. Applications should include cover letter, CV, research statement, and contact information for three references. The position offers outstanding research space, a highly collaborative environment, and a substantial start-up package.
Applications received by November 23, 2026 will receive full consideration. Pre-/post-submission inquiries should be directed to the Research Hub (ResearchHubAdmin@medicine.ufl.edu) or Dr. Emily Moser (Emily.Moser@medicine.@ufl.edu). If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. To learn more about the University of Florida (UF), please visit https://www.ufl.edu/.
All applicants MUST apply online through Careers at UF, job # 541451
The University of Florida Department of Medicine is moving medicine forward and we’re searching for the best and brightest to grow with us. Part of UF Health, the Southeast’s most comprehensive academic health center and part of one of the nation’s Top 10 public research universities – unique for our diverse constellation of six health colleges, nine centers and institutes, and a thousand bed hospital on a single University campus.
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Consistently ranked among the country’s best in numerous specialties and part of a preeminent university, our department has a lot to offer. So does the location. Gainesville, Florida is a unique blend of nature and culture. The superb weather allows for year-round recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, kayaking, snorkeling and golf, and the culinary scene is sure to satisfy your inner foodie. Combine that with an inexpensive cost of living and nationally ranked middle and high schools, and you’ve got a place you and your family can call home.
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