The University of California, Irvine (UCI), in partnership with Grant Cooper, announces a national search for the Chief of the Division of Basic and Clinical Immunology. The Division of Basic and Clinical Immunology has a long and renowned history of discoveries and seminal contributions to the field of Immunology. The division's faculty members are nationally and internationally recognized scientists who are advancing basic, clinical, and translational research in areas such as the effects of environmental toxins on the immune system, developing vaccines to protect against potential terrorist attacks, and investigating rare immunodeficiency diseases. It is the mission of the Division of Basic and Clinical Immunology to train the best scientists and clinicians, to recruit and train outstanding faculty, and to provide the highest-quality care for our patients.
Distinguished nationally for research in immunodeficiency and autoimmune diseases, the Division of Basic and Clinical Immunology is seeking to achieve similar success in broadened areas, including specialized care and research related to allergy and asthma. The diversification of clinical practice, programmatic development, and research within all elements of basic and clinical immunology, along with the recruitment of relevant faculty, will be a priority for the next Chief.
The ideal candidate will be an extramurally funded clinician-scientist with a distinguished record of scholarly activity. Further, the ideal candidate be an involved educator and mentor, and one who can develop robust clinical practices. The Chief of Basic and Clinical Immunology reports to the Chair of Medicine at the School of Medicine and will oversee the management of the Division with direct oversight of faculty and staff. The Division Chief is responsible for the effective management of all administrative and operational processes of the division in support of its research, educational, and clinical missions.
Qualifications
- An MD, MD/PhD degree (or equivalent).
- Fellowship training in immunology and board certification by the ABAI.
- Be eligible for, or currently hold, a medical license in the state of California.
- Meet requirements for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
- Strong record of scholarly activity, evidenced by high quality peer reviewed publications and a record of research and research support.
- Leadership skills and vision for enhancing the clinical and academic components of the division.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with track record of promoting an inclusive culture.
Desired Attributes
- A distinguished record of scholarly activity, including extramurally funded research, with national stature.
- Evidence of promoting and supporting teaching and scholarly activities.
- A reputation for building a clinically strong program.
- Successful track record of recruitment and development of faculty, trainees, and students.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively and congenially within a diverse academic and clinical environment.
Application Procedures
Interested applicants are invited to complete an online application profile and upload their curriculum vitae electronically to the following web site: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08850
Applications or nominations of appropriate candidates may be sent to: Renee Breer, Senior Search Associate, Grant Cooper, [email protected]. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.
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.