Employment opportunities are listed for December 2011 and are updated monthly. These positions are shared with us by MICR members and other collaborative organizations. If you have an employment opportunity that you would like to share with MICR members, please email us at micr@aacr.org and include a summary, application deadline, website and contact information.
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Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Developmental Biology
Department of Biology, University of Hartford
University of Hartford is now accepting applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Developmental Biology to begin August 2012.
Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. The full text of our academic mission can be seen at http://www.hartford.edu/. We are a primarily undergraduate institution dedicated to enhancing student academic experience through outstanding teaching and scholarship.
The candidate is expected to develop and teach a junior/senior level developmental biology course and laboratory, as well as teach freshman-level introductory biology. Additional teaching assignments will depend on the candidate’s area of expertise and the needs of the department, and may include a graduate-level course in the master's in neuroscience program or additional undergraduate courses. The candidate is expected to develop an independent research program and to involve undergraduate students in at least some of that research.
The University of Hartford is an open and welcoming community, which values diversity in all its forms. In addition, the University aspires to have its faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Hartford region. Candidates committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural issues are encouraged to apply. The university is located within the greater Hartford area rich in cultural and recreational activities, and it is within driving distance from metropolitan Boston and New York.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. (advanced ABD candidates will be considered) and prior teaching experience in developmental biology and/or biology. For best consideration, applications should be received by December 15, 2011. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research goals and space/equipment needs, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to:|
Dr. Aime Levesque
Department of Biology
University of Hartford
200 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
Members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.
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International Development and Education Award (IDEA)
2012 Conquer Cancer Foundation Grants Program, The Conquer Cancer Foundation, ASCO
The International Development and Education Award (IDEA) specifically targets early-career oncologists from low- and middle-income countries, and offers the opportunity to attend the ASCO Annual Meeting, be paired with a mentor from the U.S. or Canada, and spend several days at the mentor’s institution. Questions can be emailed to idea@asco.org.
IDEA Applications due: January 11, 2012
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Long-term International Fellowship (LIFe)
2012 Conquer Cancer Foundation Grants Program, The Conquer Cancer Foundation, ASCO
The Long-term International Fellowship (LIFe) provides early-career oncologists in developing nations the support and resources needed to advance their training by deepening their relationship with a United States or Canadian colleague and his or her institution.
Through a one- or two-year fellowship the recipient will earn valuable training and experience with which they can affect change in cancer care in their home country. Recipients must return to their home institutions after completing their fellowship and are expected to disseminate the knowledge they have gained.
Eligible applicants must complete an application, which includes a section to be filled out by the prospective mentor at a cancer center in the U.S. or Canada. Applicants must also submit a curriculum vitae, as well as a letter of support from his or her home institution.
For more information, please read the most recent Request for Proposals.
LIFe Applications due: Monday, December 19
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Postdoctoral Training Program
Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL
Moffitt Cancer Center, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida, invites applications to its postdoctoral training program with a focus on cancer chemoprevention. This mentored research training will be specifically focused on defining efficacy of metformin in the chemoprevention of high risk breast cancer. The postdoctoral fellow will be involved in systematically evaluating this agent by conducting (a) population studies to examine the role of metformin in breast cancer morbidity and mortality; (b) in silico evaluation of metformin’s molecular targets; and (c) validation studies of the molecular targets of these agents in in vitro human cellular and in vivo animal models. The fellow will have the opportunity to work with transdisciplinary teams and pioneers in cancer chemoprevention who will provide the necessary mentorship for the next generation of scientists interested in cancer chemoprevention.
A Ph.D. degree in epidemiology, public health, medicine or equivalent is required and a strong background in cancer chemoprevention is preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should apply online at www.moffitt.org/careers to REQ ID 8195 and complete the molecular and genetic epidemiology postdoctoral training program application found at: http://www.moffitt.org/research. Questions about this opportunity may be directed to Nancy Paradise, Grant Administrator, 813-745-6517 or Nancy.Paradise@moffitt.org
Moffitt Cancer Center provides a tobacco-free work environment. It is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and a drug-free workplace.
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NCI R25T Predoctoral Fellowships
NCI R25T Postdoctoral Fellowships
Donor-funded Postdoctoral Fellowships (open regardless of visa status)
Cancer Prevention Research Training Program, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Applications will be considered for cancer prevention research in the fields of health disparities, behavioral science, clinical cancer prevention, epidemiology, health education/communication, biostatistics, clinical psychology and counseling, survivorship, integrative medicine and others.
Please visit our website for detailed instructions and information on eligibility for all fellowships listed above: (http://www.CancerPreventionTraining.org)
All proposals should be prepared with the help of faculty mentors once applicants have identified them. One mentor must be appointed in the MD Anderson Division of Cancer Prevention and Population Sciences. Research projects must be explicitly related to cancer prevention. Some questions to consider are:
• How is your research project relevant to cancer prevention?
• How will you apply your skills in cancer prevention research?
• Why do you want a career in cancer prevention research?
R25T Predoctoral fellowship - Up to three years support ($26,000/year stipend + health benefits + tuition/travel/etc.)
R25T and Donor-funded Postdoctoral fellowships – Up to two years support ($50,000/year stipend + health benefits + tuition/travel/etc.)
Important Dates:
Application Due: Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Applications Sent to Advisory Committee: Friday, October 21, 2011
Internal and External Advisory Committee Meeting: Thursday, November 17, 2011
Send Notification to Applicants: Thursday, November 21, 2011
Send Comments to Applicants: Monday, December 5, 2011
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Introduction to Cancer Research Careers (ICRC) Program
National Cancer Institute
The ICRC is designed to encourage individuals from populations underrepresented in science and/or financially disadvantaged backgrounds to seek internship opportunities at the NCI. Successful ICRC applicants will take part in a two-day campus visit to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, where they will have the opportunity to learn about the various scientist-in-training programs, participate in laboratory tours, interview for either a summer or post-baccalaureate (1-year) internship. Participants selected for internships receive a monthly stipend, round-trip travel and summer housing.
Our goal is to encourage a diverse group of talented students to explore careers in biomedical research. Please refer to the ICRC website for additional information http://icrc.nci.nih.gov or contact us using the information below.
Application deadline: Wednesday, November 16
Supporting materials due: Sunday, November 20
Introduction to Cancer Research Careers
National Cancer Institute
6116 Executive Blvd., Ste. 502
Bethesda, MD 20892-8342
Phone: 301-435-8524
Fax: 301-402-3509
E-Fax: 301-451-5455
Email: ICRC-Contact@mail.nih.gov
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Faculty Position: Associate Director for Population Sciences
Dartmouth Medical School
Dartmouth Medical School seeks candidates for a full-time tenure line faculty position to oversee population sciences at the Norris Cotton Cancer Center. The successful candidate will assume the role of Norris Cotton Cancer Center associate director for population sciences, which includes the epidemiology and chemoprevention and the cancer control research programs, and affiliate with the department of community and family medicine or other appropriate departments and institutes. The applicant should have an M.D. or Ph.D., an active externally funded research program in population science with cancer relevance, and at least five years of cancer center leadership experience at the program level. The general goals of this position are to oversee the structure, operation and direct the future growth of population sciences research at NCCC. This is a senior leadership position within the cancer center, reporting to the director. Responsibilities include:
- Engage with the program leaders of the population science research programs to collaborate in a strategic process for identifying areas of research excellence and future growth.
- Develop a plan for building and strengthening population science research at NCCC.
- Integrate these initiatives across other cancer center program areas and seed inter-programmatic collaborative research.
Founded in 1797, Dartmouth Medical School also draws on the resources of Dartmouth College for broad interdisciplinary programs in biomedical research, education, patient care and service. Located in rural New Hampshire, the region offers unique recreational opportunities, outstanding schools and a broad range of cultural activities.
Applicants should submit, in electronic PDF format, a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests and accomplishments, record of extramural grant support and contact information, including email addresses for at least three references to: Tabatha.L.Richardson@Dartmouth.edu
Dartmouth Medical School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the research, teaching and clinical missions of the university.
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Tenure Track Faculty Position in Cancer Research
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
The Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (http://cancer.cwru.edu/), a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center at CWRU, with affiliates at University Hospitals Case Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic, invites applications for tenure track faculty positions at the level of assistant and associate professor in cancer biology. Candidates should have a doctorate and post-doctoral research experience.
Candidates at the assistant professor level should provide a record of scholarly activity and the potential to advance in cancer research. Candidates at the associate professor level should have a nationally-funded program and an outstanding record of cancer research achievements. Target areas of interest should be aligned with research areas in one of the cancer center’s scientific programs, including regulation of cell proliferation and apoptosis, signal transduction, cell cycle regulation, DNA damage and repair, chromatin and epigenetics, cancer genetics, cancer stem cells, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, or colon cancer. Priorities include innovative discovery research coupled with an interest in translational clinical disease-oriented cancer research.
The successful candidate will have a primary appointment in the cancer center or a basic science department at the medical school such as biochemistry (http://www.case.edu/med/biochemistry/), molecular biology and microbiology (http://www.case.edu/med/microbio/), or pharmacology (http://pharmacology.case.edu/).
Please send curriculum vitae, a list of three or more references, and a cover letter outlining your research interests electronically to: cancersearch@case.edu. Please include “Cancer Research Faculty Search” in the subject line.
In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunity at 216-368-8877 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Tenure Track Faculty Position in Cancer Genetics
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
The Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (http://cancer.cwru.edu/), a NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, at CWRU, with affiliates at University Hospitals Case Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the level of assistant or associate professor with a research program in cancer genetics, genomics, statistical genetics, or tumor pharmacogenetics/genomics.
Qualified individuals should have a M.D., M.D.-Ph.D., or Ph.D. Candidates at the assistant professor level should have cancer research experience in identifying genes, targets and pathways and in working with human cancer samples with clinical correlates. Candidates at the associate professor level should also have a nationally funded program and an outstanding record of cancer research activities.
Successful candidates will be expected to interact closely with ongoing basic and translation research, particularly research using human tissue. Interest in glioma, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, esophageal cancer, colon cancer, or hematologic malignancies would align with cancer center scientific programs. Physician-scientists are particularly encouraged to apply. Primary appointment will be in the department of training, the cancer center or the department of genetics.
Please send curriculum vitae, a list of three or more references, and a cover letter outlining your research interest, electronically to: cancersearch@case.edu. Please include “Cancer Genetics” in the subject line.
In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunity at 216-368-8877 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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Earl Stadtman Investigators
NIH Intramural Research Program
The National Institutes of Health, the nation’s premier agency for biomedical and behavioral research, is pleased to announce our third, annual call for “NIH Earl Stadtman Investigators.” We have multiple tenure-track positions to offer. We want creative and independent thinkers eager to take on high-risk, high-impact research. Regardless of your expertise — in the field or in the lab (wet or dry), within a discipline well established or on the frontiers of science — consider the NIH for your career development. Areas of recruitment include molecular, chromosome and developmental biology; genetics, epigenetics and genomics; stem cells; epidemiology; symptoms research; behavioral research; health disparities; and hearing and balance.
Who we are: Among our approximately 1,200 principal investigators and 4,000 trainees are world-renowned experts in immunology, cancer, rare diseases, genetics, translational research, imaging, vaccine development, health disparities and neuroscience, to name but a few scientific areas. Our strength is our diversity in pursuit of a common goal, to alleviate human suffering. Our scientists focus entirely on research with ample opportunities to mentor and train outstanding fellows at all levels. We perform work in labs, in clinics, out in the field and on nearly every continent; and every day we advance the state of science to improve the quality of life.
What we seek: For this broad, trans-NIH recruitment effort, we seek talented, early-career scientists with a crystallized research vision. We call upon individuals who will open our eyes to possibilities we haven’t yet envisioned, to complement our scientific mission and enhance our research efforts.
Qualifications/eligibility: Candidates must have an M.D., Ph.D., D.D.S./D.M.D., D.V.M, D.O., R.N./Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree and have an outstanding record of research accomplishments as evidenced by publications in major peer-reviewed journals. Our preference is for applicants in early stages of their research careers; we only will consider non-tenured applicants. Appointees may be U.S. citizens, resident aliens, or non-resident aliens with, or eligible to obtain, a valid employment-authorization visa.
How to apply: Applicants must submit a CV, a three-page research plan, a one-page description of their vision for their future research and its potential impact, and contact information for three professional references through our online application system at http://tenuretrack.nih.gov/apply between August 1 and October 1, 2011. Letters of recommendation will be requested automatically when you submit your application. We will not accept paper applications.
What to expect: Search committees of subject-matter experts will review and evaluate applicants based on the following criteria: publication record, potential scientific impact of current and proposed research, scientific vision, demonstrated independence and awards. The committees will identify the most highly qualified candidates to invite to the NIH for a lecture open to the NIH scientific staff and for subsequent interviews with the search committees. The search committee chairs and NIH scientific directors, who lead our 24 intramural programs, will identify finalists to be recruited as Earl Stadtman Investigators.
Candidates not selected as Stadtman finalists can be considered for other open NIH research positions. The entire process from application review to job offer may take several months, depending on the volume of applications.
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More information about NIH intramural research programs is at http://www.nih.gov/science/labs.html. The inspiring story of Earl and Thressa Stadtman’s research is at http://history.nih.gov/exhibits/stadtman. Specific questions regarding this recruitment effort may be directed to Dr. Roland Owens, assistant director, NIH Office of Intramural Research, at owensrol@mail.nih.gov.
The NIH Intramural Research Program, with its extensive infrastructure and critical mass of expertise well established, has a crucial role in both maintaining America’s research excellence and advancing treatments and cures. Come join the team whose hallmarks are stable funding, intellectual freedom, shared resources and broad expertise.
DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.
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Tenure/Tenure-Track, M.D./Ph.D.
The Experimental Transplantation and Immunology Branch, Center for Cancer Research of the National Cancer Institute
The Experimental Transplantation and Immunology Branch (ETIB) invites applications for a tenure-eligible or tenure-track principal investigator position in clinical hematopoietic stem cell transplant therapy.
The applicant should have an M.D. or equivalent degree, a strong record of clinical research accomplishments and the potential to establish a vigorous research program.
The position provides salary and full funding for a translational research program, including office space, budget, support staff and research infrastructure. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
The ETIB is dedicated to coordinated efforts in basic, preclinical and clinical investigations in the broad areas of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Specific areas of active research include: immune reconstitution, infections in patients with immune compromise, cytokine defined T cell subset cellular therapy, antigen discovery, antibody engineering, the molecular basis of inherited immune deficiencies, oncogenesis, chronic graft versus host disease, relapse, acute graft versus host disease prophylaxis, and cord blood transplant. Applicants with interest in these or any complimentary areas are encouraged to apply.
ETIB senior staff includes Ronald Gress, Steven Pavletic, Claude Sportes, Dennis Hickstein, Juan Gea-Banacloche, Nancy Hardy, David Halverson, Christoph Rader, Fran Hakim, and William Telford. Scientific interactions are encouraged and occur extensively among members of ETIB as well as with others at NIH and extramurally.
Applicants should send a CV and bibliography and an outline of a proposed research program (no more than two pages) to Ana Tarrinha at tarrinhaa@mail.nih.gov. The search will continue until a qualified applicant is found. Review of applicants will begin on or about October 1, 2011.
Location: NCI-Bethesda
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Postdoctoral Position
USA Mitchell Cancer Institute (USAMCI), University of South Alabama
Postdoctoral positions are available to study the cyclooxygenase-independent anti-neoplastic properties of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and to translate into new strategies for the discovery and development of safe and efficacious new drugs for cancer chemoprevention. This is a unique opportunity for exceptional candidates with outstanding communication skills to enter an environment that fosters collaborative basic and translational research. Candidates with a Ph.D. and/or M.D. with extensive hands-on experience in drug discovery research and a background in cancer research, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry or pharmacology are encouraged to apply. Strong assay development skills are not required but would be considered a plus.
The USAMCI is a modern research and multidisciplinary clinical oncology facility recognized for an exceptional design that facilitates collaborations between basic and clinical scientists. Facilities at the USAMCI include state-of-the-art proteomics, genomics and microscopy core labs in a recently completed 128,000 square foot translational research facility. A new drug discovery laboratory is being established that will include instrumentation for high throughput and high content screening of chemical libraries. Current research interests and expertise in the group include cancer chemoprevention, colon and breast cancer, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, phosphodiesterases and cyclic GMP signaling. The USAMCI is ideally located in Mobile, Alabama, a progressive, mid-sized port city with a rich cultural history, in the beautiful, upper-Gulf coastal region. Moderate climate, abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, low cost of living and a college-town atmosphere all contribute to a high quality of life opportunity.
Applications should contain a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, list of publications, brief statement of previous research experience and interest, as well as contact information for three references. Inquiries should be addressed to: Gary A. Piazza, Ph.D., chief, Drug Discovery Research Center, Abraham A. Mitchell distinguished investigator, professor of oncologic sciences, USA Mitchell Cancer Institute, 1660 Springhill Ave., Mobile, AL 36604-1405; or send to garyapiazza@gmail.com.
The University of South Alabama is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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Faculty Position in Behavioral Genomics
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) Prevention, Control and Population Research Program
MSKCC seeks a behavioral/social scientist or health psychologist with interest in behavioral and public health genomics to join the faculty of the department of psychiatry and behavioral science with membership in the center’s prevention control and population research program. Academic rank is open and outstanding new investigators will be considered.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong record of scholarly achievement, a successful track record in securing extramural funding for independent research and a keen desire to collaborate with multidisciplinary faculty dedicated to making discoveries that translate genomic advances into public health interventions that promote cancer prevention and control outcomes. Area of expertise is open though candidates with demonstrated scholarship in the areas of risk perception, risk communication, health behavior theory and/or health decision making processes would be especially attractive. In addition to experience working in cancer, inquiries from candidates having prior experience with other chronic disease models are encouraged.
MSKCC provides unusually rich opportunities for conducting behavioral genomics research. The Clinical Genetics Service offers hereditary risk assessment, cancer genetic counseling and testing for high risk individuals and their families. There are extensive collaborative opportunities for multidisciplinary clinical and community-based translational research in cancer genomics in diverse populations. There is strong interest in studying the psychosocial and behavioral impact of both low and intermediate penetrant genetic variants discovered by whole genome analysis, and communicating these risks to patients, families and the general population. The department of psychiatry and behavioral science currently has 29 full-time faculty members with broad research interests in cancer prevention and control including health disparities, cancer survivorship, tobacco cessation and other health behavior change interventions, doctor-patient communication, neurocognitive research, quality of life, psychotherapy, symptom control and palliative care. All faculty hold academic appointments within the Weill Medical College of Cornell University. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. MSKCC maintains an excellent research infrastructure and provides excellent benefits including faculty housing. MSKCC is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply
Mail or e-mail a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names and contact information for at least three academic references to:
Jamie Ostroff, Ph.D.
Chief, Behavioral Sciences Service
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science
1275 York Avenue
New York, NY 10021
ostroffj@mskcc.org
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Director of Health Equity
Duke Cancer Institute
The Duke Cancer Institute is searching for an individual to serve as a director of health equity. This individual will be responsible for implementing a cancer-focused health disparities initiative to address gaps in the quality of health and health care across racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. The director will be tasked with enhancing existing services and programs, providing a new vision for education and community outreach/engagement and increasing participation in clinical trials, especially for minority populations. The successful applicant will have a track record of productivity and peer reviewed research with a strong emphasis on community outreach and community-based participatory research programs. Interested individuals should send a cover letter and CV to the Duke Cancer Institute. Additional information and full description of the position can also be found at this link.
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NIH Global Health Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)
Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health
CRCHD is looking for individuals interested in helping to shape state-of-the-art biomedical cancer health disparities research and train the next generation of cancer researchers from diverse backgrounds. Interested candidates should apply through the NIH Global HSA (program officer) vacancy announcement. Due to a new government recruitment strategy, multiple positions across NIH will be filled through the use of one job vacancy announcement. Candidates interested in a CHD research position should inform Dr. Deborah Duran (durande@mail.nih.gov or 301-496-8589) of their application submission. They can also contact her with any questions.
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Faculty Position in Microbiology and Immunology
Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of South Alabama College of Medicine
Seeking applicants for tenure-track positions at all ranks. The department will provide newly renovated laboratory space and a competitive start-up package. In addition, the department has obtained funds for the construction of a 25,000 sq. ft. laboratory of infectious diseases building that will provide state-of-the-art BSL-3 laboratory space. A Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree and postdoctoral experience are required.
Successful candidates are expected to establish and maintain independent, extramurally-funded research programs and to contribute to graduate and medical education. Individuals qualifying for an associate or full professor position must have a history of, and current, extramural funding. Investigators interested in viral pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, or the immunology of viral disease including innate immunity are especially encouraged to apply, but outstanding candidates conducting state-of-the-art research in other areas of microbiology and immunology will be considered. Opportunities for interdisciplinary interactions with the Center for Lung Biology and other departments are available. An overview of the department can be viewed at www.southalabama.edu/microbiology.
Please send curriculum vitae, a description of current and future research plans, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. David O. Wood, professor and chair, c/o Search Coordinator Patricia Couling, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, College of Medicine, 5851 USA Drive North, Room 2102, University of South Alabama, Mobile, Al. 36688-0002. E-mail:pcouling@jaguar1.usouthal.edu The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Lasker Clinical Research Scholars
National Institutes of Health
The National Institutes of Health, the nation’s premier agency for biomedical and behavioral research, in partnership with the Lasker Foundation, is pleased to announce the Lasker Clinical Research Scholars Program. The Lasker program supports a small number of exceptional clinical researchers in the early stages of their careers to promote their development as independent investigators.
This unique program provides scholars with five to seven years of support as an independent support, either at the NIH or at an extramural research institution. The IRP is home to approximately 1,200 tenured and tenure-track investigators and 5,000 trainees. The environment encourages and supports innovative, high-impact research. IRP scientists focus primarily on their research with ample opportunities to mentor and train outstanding fellows at all levels.
Lasker Scholars will be offered competitive salaries commensurate with experience and have access to the NIH Clinical Center, the nation’s largest hospital devoted entirely to clinical research. The Lasker Foundation will provide scholars with the opportunity to participate in selected activities. Candidates must have an M.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.O., D.D.S., D.M.D., R.N./Ph.D., or equivalent clinical doctoral degree from an accredited domestic or foreign institution and must have a professional license to practice in the United States. The program is intended for investigators at the early stages of their careers, and at the time of application, candidates must be no more than six years from completion of their core residency training.
Applicants generally will have completed or be completing a post-residency clinical fellowship and will have demonstrated significant patient-oriented research experience to qualify for a tenure-track level appointment. Applicants do not have to be US citizens or permanent residents, although selected scholars must qualify for and maintain appropriate visa/residency status throughout the program.
The NIH and the Lasker Foundation recognize a unique and compelling need to promote diversity in the clinical research workforce to improve the nation’s capacity to address and eliminate health disparities. The NIH encourages applications from talented researchers from diverse backgrounds underrepresented in biomedical research, including underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, persons with disabilities and women. To apply see http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-OD-11-001.html