We are seeking an MD or MD/PhD with expertise in cellular therapy to serve as the Director of Cellular Therapy. This position will provide strategic leadership for the expansion of cellular therapy programs across Huntsman Cancer Institute and the University of Utah Health system.
The successful candidate will play a central role in building and leading a comprehensive cellular therapy network, advancing innovative therapies for patients with hematologic malignancies and other diseases. The Director will work closely with clinical, translational, and laboratory leaders to integrate discovery, manufacturing, and clinical application of cellular therapies.
This leadership position includes protected administrative time, the possibility of an endowed chair, and dedicated programmatic resources to support program development, research initiatives, and network expansion.
The Director will hold a faculty appointment in the Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies within the Department of Internal Medicine and will become an investigator at Huntsman Cancer Institute, an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Program Overview
The Cell Therapy and Regenerative Medicine (CTRM) Program at the University of Utah provides state-of-the-art infrastructure to support the development and manufacturing of cellular therapy products. The CTRM facility supports:
Apply online: Interested candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae, with a letter of interest and letters of recommendation (multiple preferred) at the following link:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/201694
Inquiries may be sent to: Dr. Ramiro Garzon, Division Chief, Division of Hematology & Hematologic Malignancies, at
[email protected].
The Division of Hematology and Hematologic Malignancies offers numerous opportunities for clinical, translational, and basic research with mentoring by internationally respected Hematologists and provides ongoing collaborative and infrastructure support for academic programs. Our vision is to establish an interdisciplinary stem cell and regenerative medicine program serving the Intermountain region of the US.
Located in the foothills of the spectacular Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah is the State’s academic flagship institution. The Hematology Division is one of the oldest and most highly respected programs in the US. Salt Lake City has been recently voted one of the best places to live in the country, and the city has been cited for cultural diversity, an outstanding school system, and unrivaled accessibility to outdoor activities.
About Huntsman Cancer Institute and the University of Utah
Huntsman Cancer Institute is an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and the flagship cancer center for the Mountain West. The University of Utah Health system provides a dynamic academic environment with strong infrastructure supporting translational science, clinical innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
This position offers a unique opportunity to lead the next phase of cellular therapy expansion at Huntsman Cancer Institute and the University of Utah by integrating discovery science, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and cutting-edge clinical care.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and Respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
