Assistant Professor – Tenure Track (Cancer Research)

The Department of Cancer Biology and Pharmacology of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) is now inviting applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor level positions to expand its research programs in translational cancer research. Early career investigators with outstanding training and a strong track record of scholarly productivity in cancer research, with an uncompromised commitment to a culture that is conducive to collaborative interdisciplinary research and to the promotion of diversity, equity and inclusion, and a genuine interest in contributing to the educational mission of the medical school are highly encouraged to apply.  The selected candidates will be expected to develop a vibrant and highly interactive research program, to aggressively seek federal funding, and to teach our medical students. A competitive startup package will be offered to the selected candidates to support the development of a stellar federally funded research program.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.O./Ph.D. in translational research in cancer, with at least 3 years of postdoctoral training in cancer research and a solid record of scholarly productivity, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, fellowship and/or grant awards, and participation in national and international conferences.

Position Summary

Assistant Professor – Tenure Track, with a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or D.O./Ph.D. in translational research in cancer, with at least 3 years of postdoctoral training in cancer research and a solid record of scholarly productivity, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, fellowship and/or grant awards, and participation in national and international conferences. The selected candidates will be expected to develop a vibrant and highly interactive research program, to aggressively seek federal funding, to teach our medical students, and to advance our DEI mission.

Duties & Responsibilities

Administrative

• In partnership with the Chair of the Department of Cancer Biology and Pharmacology, develop a comprehensive strategy for funding, and sustained growth of a stellar research program in cancer research.
• In partnership with the department business manager, manage and oversee the financial aspects of their research program.
• Seek intellectually synergistic interdisciplinary collaborations within the department and across campus.
• Embrace a culture of collaboration and kinship that is conducive to overall success of all faculty in the department.
• Serve on appropriate administrative committees at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
• Seek to contribute to the advancement of the DEI mission of our college.
•  Perform other duties as assigned, and appropriate to the advancement of the department’s mission.

Research

• Develop a vibrant and interactive research program in cancer.
• Organize, direct, conduct and collaborate in a research program that complements and enhances ongoing research at UICOMP.
•  Aggressively seek federal funding.

Teaching

• Participate in the education and research training of medical students, residents, and postdoctoral fellows.
• Participate in the Research Seminar Series and in the Research Forum Discussion of the Department of Cancer Biology and Pharmacology.
• Prepare and deliver lectures to medical students as assigned.
• Serve on appropriate educational committees at the College of Medicine.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., D.O./Ph.D.  in translational research in cancer
• At least 3 years of postdoctoral training in cancer research
• Documented training and experience in cancer research
•  Solid record of scholarly productivity in cancer research, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, fellowship and/or grant awards, and participation in national and international conferences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current federal funding

• Master’s in computer science and training in bioinformatics

UICOMP is one of the regional campuses of the University of Illinois College of Medicine and is part of a 900-bed hospital district containing two major hospital systems as well as the medical school. UICOMP’s educational programs include 260 medical students over four years and 25 post-graduate programs with over 300 residents and fellows: https://peoria.medicine.uic.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2021/12/FastFacts2021.pdf.

To apply, please visit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12011?c=uic, scroll towards the bottom of the page and click, “Apply Now”.

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Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, the names, and contact information of three references, summary of research contributions, a research plan, and statements of teaching goals, and of commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

For fullest consideration please submit your application by 10/24/2024.

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