Assistant Professor in Stem Cell Biology or Regenerative Biology
- Employer
- University of California, Irvine
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Jan 21, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Science, Technology & Mathematics, Biology & Life Sciences
- Employment Level
- Tenured/Tenured Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Assistant Professor in Stem Cell Biology or Regenerative
Biology
Applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty position at the
level of Assistant Professor in the Department of Developmental and
Cell Biology. We seek candidates with an interest in stem cell or
regeneration biology, broadly defined. Applicants should pursue
research in the major areas of interest of the department,
including, but not limited to developmental biology, stem cell
and/or niche biology, regeneration and cancer stem cells. Priority
will be given to candidates whose research will benefit from
interdisciplinary collaborations, interactions with members of the
department (http://devcell.bio.uci.edu), and
from affiliation with campus centers and institutes.
The successful applicant is expected to conduct a vibrant research
program, contribute to the teaching and service missions of the
University of California, and share our commitment to diversity,
equity and inclusion. Please send a curriculum vitae, 3-page
summary of research accomplishments and goals, 1-page statement of
teaching and mentoring experience and philosophy, 1-page statement
highlighting past and/or potential contributions to diversity,
equity and inclusion, and at least three letters of reference via
the online recruitment URL: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF06561
. Evaluation criteria for the research, teaching, and diversity
statements are provided at the online recruitment URL. Applications
completed by March 7, 2021 will be granted full consideration. Any
questions about the suitability of an applicant for this
opportunity can be directed to the search chair, Peter Donovan
pdonovan@uci.edu.
The UCI School of Biological Sciences is recognized as a national
leader in the development of programs designed to increase the
participation of underrepresented groups in the biomedical sciences
and is firmly committed to the ideals of equity, diversity, and
inclusion (https://port.bio.uci.edu/about/,
https://equity.bio.uci.edu). UCI
is an Hispanic-Serving Institution, an Asian American and Native
American Pacific Islander – Serving Institution, and a charter
member of the AAAS SEA Change initiative that supports
institutional efforts to increase access and success for students,
faculty and staff from groups marginalized in STEMM (https://www.aaas.org/news/four-new-charter-members-join-sea-change).
Programs are available to meet the needs of dual-career academic
partners. Faculty are eligible for subsidized housing and a
Mortgage Origination Program. UC Irvine (https://uci.edu) is located 10 minutes from
the coast (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82ARz3B60pU),
is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 10 public
universities, and has recently been designated the #1 university
doing the most for the American dream. The city of Irvine is home
to excellent parks, schools, entertainment opportunities, and a
diverse citizenry.
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. A recipient
of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity, UCI is responsive to the
needs of dual career couples, supports work-life balance through an
array of family-friendly policies, and is dedicated to broadening
participation in higher education.
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. With this
commitment, as well as a commitment to addressing all forms of
academic misconduct, UC Irvine conducts institutional reference
checks for candidate finalists to whom the department or other
hiring unit would like to extend a formal offer of appointment into
Ladder Rank Professor or Professor of Teaching series, at all ranks
(i.e., assistant, associate, and full). The institutional reference
checks involve contacting the administration of the applicant’s
previous institution(s) to ask whether there have been
substantiated findings of misconduct that would violate the
University’s Faculty Code of Conduct. To implement this process, UC
Irvine requires all candidates of Ladder Rank Professor or
Professor of Teaching series, at all ranks (i.e., assistant,
associate, and full) to complete, sign, and upload the form
entitled “Authorization to Release Information” into AP RECRUIT as
part of their application. If the candidate does not include the
signed authorization to release information with the application
materials, the application will be considered incomplete. As with
any incomplete application, the application will not receive
further consideration. Although all applicants for faculty
recruitments must complete the entire application, only finalists
(i.e., those to whom the department or other hiring unit would like
to extend a formal offer) considered for Ladder Rank Professor or
Professor of Teaching series, at all ranks (i.e., assistant,
associate, and full) positions will be subject to institutional
reference checks.
REQUIREMENTS
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Three letters of Reference
• Statement of Research – Three pages.
1. One page describing the significance and impact of your graduate
and postdoctoral research.
2. Two pages providing a plan for your future independent research
program that indicates how your research program will synergize
with the research environment at UCI (see e.g., https://www.bio.uci.edu/centers-institutes)
• Statement of Teaching – One page.
1. Describe any experience teaching/lecturing to
undergraduates/graduate students or other populations and mentoring
others.
2. Explain your teaching philosophy and describe how you will
engage in teaching strategies that are effective in diverse
populations.
• Statement of Contributions to Diversity
(http://www.uci.edu/diversity)
– One page.
1. Indicate how you have demonstrated awareness of the issues faced
by historically underrepresented or economically disadvantaged
groups and the benefits of a diverse and inclusive faculty.
2. Provide evidence (if any) of your track record and success in
activities aimed at reducing barriers in education or research for
underrepresented or disadvantaged groups.
3. Detail your specific plans (if any) to contribute through campus
programs, new activities, or through national or off-campus
organizations.
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