Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Immunology and Healthspan Research
Join the RISE-THRIVE initiative at UW-Madison for a tenure-track role advancing immunology and healthspan research through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Best for:Best for established researchers with a PhD/MD-PhD in immunology, oncology, neurosciences, or related fields, seeking a tenure-track role in translational research with mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities.
Overview
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position under the RISE-THRIVE initiative, focusing on immunology and healthspan research. This role emphasizes translating basic science into clinical practice, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and advancing health equity. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research in areas such as tumor immunology, neuroinflammation, or healthspan interventions while contributing to teaching, mentorship, and professional service. The position is part of a broader effort to hire 150 new RISE faculty over three years, supporting transformative research and education initiatives.
What you'll do
- Conduct innovative research in immunology or healthspan, translating discoveries into clinical applications and improving patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across departments, schools, and colleges to integrate knowledge into clinical practice.
- Apply for and secure research grants to fund ongoing and innovative projects, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines.
- Provide mentorship to junior researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Participate in teaching efforts, including lectures, conferences, and training of medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Engage in administrative and committee work to support the clinical and scholarly missions of UW Health and SMPH.
- Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and scientific communications.
- If a physician-scientist, provide direct patient care at UW Health locations as part of clinical responsibilities.
Requirements
Degree required: MD, MD-PhD, or PhD (or equivalent) in immunology, oncology, biological sciences, neurosciences, imaging sciences, or a related field by the start date of appointment.
Language: English (proficiency required for teaching, mentorship, and research communication).
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national/international meetings.
- Proven record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations in national/international meetings.
- Experience in teaching and mentoring learners, including junior researchers and students.
- Strong commitment to interdisciplinary and collaborative research initiatives.
- Ability to translate basic science discoveries into clinical practice.
- Experience with grant writing and securing research funding.
- WI medical license required by start date if performing clinical work as a physician.
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned, but WI medical license required for physician-scientists.
- No age or prior experience caps specified.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-04-15
Applicants must submit a single PDF containing a cover letter outlining their interest, training, and experience, and a curriculum vitae highlighting research, teaching, mentoring, and administrative roles. Applications are reviewed based on these materials, and references will be requested for final candidates. The application portal is accessible via the university’s job listing system.
- Cover letter detailing interest, qualifications, and alignment with the position requirements
- Curriculum vitae highlighting research accomplishments, teaching, mentoring, and administrative roles
Contact
Jennique Cuskey· Hiring Contact
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