Research Faculty - Surgery Colon and Rectal​/Track Faculty

Faculty - Department of Surgery, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery (Open Rank/Track)

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek a PhD or MD/PhD researcher to join the Department of Surgery, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

The Department of Surgery at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) and the James Comprehensive Cancer Center are recruiting an open‑rank faculty member with a basic or translational science research focus in colorectal cancer. Expertise in oncogene sis, treatment resistance, microbial interactions, bioinformatics, drug discovery, or immunotherapy is a plus. Candidates are expected to have an established research program with a successful record of publications and extramural funding.

The opportunity will take advantage of an extensive internal collaborative network of researchers in the University and Cancer Center and will benefit from clinical collaborations and access to human specimens.

• Conceptualize, plan, design, implement, and conduct research studies; develop and write grant proposals to seek and obtain extramural funding to support research program; obtain and maintain NIH R01 or equivalent funding;
• Write and publish research in high quality peer‑reviewed, scientific journals; attend and make presentations of research at national and international scientific conferences; develop national and international scholarly reputation;
• Instruct and mentor junior scientists, doctoral and postdoctoral students, medical students, residents and fellow trainees; participate in department, college and university committees and initiatives.

• PhD or MD/PhD in an applicable field
• Postdoctoral research experience in basic science research
• Proven ability to write scientific reports and publish in scientific, peer‑reviewed journals
• Current, active extramural grant funding (equivalent to NIH R01)
• Academic experience a plus
• Qualify for academic appointment at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level – Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with previous training and experience

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to Anna Godwin, Research Faculty Recruitment, Anna.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.