University of Utah
Assistant, Associate to Professor DOQ
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Position InformationPosition/Rank:
Assistant, Associate to Professor DOQDepartment:
00222 - Oncological SciencesCity:
Salt Lake City, UTTrack:
Tenure TrackNew Position to Begin:
07/01/2025Details:The
Department of Oncological Sciences
and
Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI)
invite applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the
assistant
or
associate/full professor
levels. We seek outstanding
cancer researchers
who will complement and extend existing strengths in the Department. HCI provides an outstanding environment, with state-of-the-art facilities, excellent shared resources, access to clinical samples for research, and NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center designation in a collegial and collaborative Department culture. We encourage applications from candidates with innovative research programs in the following areas:Cancer Biology and Data Science:
We seek outstanding scientists centered on cancer biology and/or data science programs that address fundamental questions in cancer. Candidates should lead innovative cancer-focused programs in areas such as hematologic and solid tumors, including children’s and hormone-driven cancers, tumor cell microenvironment, metastasis, signaling, metabolism, mechanics, and therapeutics. Candidates’ research programs should apply modern and innovative cancer research approaches, such as genetically-engineered and patient-derived cancer models, genomics, data science, and artificial intelligence.Cancer Predisposition Genetics:
We seek outstanding scientists centered on an area of historic strength at HCI and the University of Utah, cancer predisposition genetics. Candidates should lead innovative cancer-focused programs on topics spanning from cancer susceptibility gene identification through analyses of polygenic risk scores to mechanisms by which sequence variants elicit tumor initiation or progression. We are especially interested in programs that connect to our strengths in Population Sciences, including the Utah Population Database (UPDB). We are also interested in studies aimed at better integration between germline genotypes, somatic cell mutations, and utilize genomics to understand tumor prevention, interception, or improved treatment.Applicants for Assistant Professor are expected to hold a PhD or MD/PhD (or equivalent), to have excelled in their postdoctoral training and to have a track record of impact and research productivity. Applicants for senior positions should additionally have a proven record of independent funding, leadership and innovative research.Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter containing a description of professional experience (including scientific accomplishments, leadership responsibilities and 3 references), and a 3-page research plan. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.Candidates are encouraged to apply by November 25, 2024
at the following link:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/170923Contact Information:Huntsman Cancer InstituteAttn: Recruitment Office2000 Circle of Hope, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-5550Email:
hci.recruitment@hci.utah.eduThe University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The 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.EEO/Non-Discrimination Information:All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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Assistant, Associate to Professor DOQDepartment:
00222 - Oncological SciencesCity:
Salt Lake City, UTTrack:
Tenure TrackNew Position to Begin:
07/01/2025Details:The
Department of Oncological Sciences
and
Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI)
invite applications for tenure-track faculty positions at the
assistant
or
associate/full professor
levels. We seek outstanding
cancer researchers
who will complement and extend existing strengths in the Department. HCI provides an outstanding environment, with state-of-the-art facilities, excellent shared resources, access to clinical samples for research, and NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center designation in a collegial and collaborative Department culture. We encourage applications from candidates with innovative research programs in the following areas:Cancer Biology and Data Science:
We seek outstanding scientists centered on cancer biology and/or data science programs that address fundamental questions in cancer. Candidates should lead innovative cancer-focused programs in areas such as hematologic and solid tumors, including children’s and hormone-driven cancers, tumor cell microenvironment, metastasis, signaling, metabolism, mechanics, and therapeutics. Candidates’ research programs should apply modern and innovative cancer research approaches, such as genetically-engineered and patient-derived cancer models, genomics, data science, and artificial intelligence.Cancer Predisposition Genetics:
We seek outstanding scientists centered on an area of historic strength at HCI and the University of Utah, cancer predisposition genetics. Candidates should lead innovative cancer-focused programs on topics spanning from cancer susceptibility gene identification through analyses of polygenic risk scores to mechanisms by which sequence variants elicit tumor initiation or progression. We are especially interested in programs that connect to our strengths in Population Sciences, including the Utah Population Database (UPDB). We are also interested in studies aimed at better integration between germline genotypes, somatic cell mutations, and utilize genomics to understand tumor prevention, interception, or improved treatment.Applicants for Assistant Professor are expected to hold a PhD or MD/PhD (or equivalent), to have excelled in their postdoctoral training and to have a track record of impact and research productivity. Applicants for senior positions should additionally have a proven record of independent funding, leadership and innovative research.Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter containing a description of professional experience (including scientific accomplishments, leadership responsibilities and 3 references), and a 3-page research plan. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.Candidates are encouraged to apply by November 25, 2024
at the following link:
https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/170923Contact Information:Huntsman Cancer InstituteAttn: Recruitment Office2000 Circle of Hope, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-5550Email:
hci.recruitment@hci.utah.eduThe University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The 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.EEO/Non-Discrimination Information:All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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