Instructor - Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine F79140

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Unit: School Of Medicine

Department: Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Department of Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine is seeking a non-tenure track instructor with training in research areas of cancer (etiology and therapy) and cancer immunology, especially in areas related to cancer metastasis, cancer drug delivery, cancer progression and resistance to cancer therapy. Knowledge in bioinformatics would be beneficial and experience in at least one of the research areas is preferred.

Cancer indication could be brain, breast, liver, pancreatic or prostate cancer. The faculty member will work within Dr. Paul Fisher's laboratory on funded research projects under his supervision. Candidates should have strong publication records, postdoctoral experience, and be able to design experimental strategies to address important scientific questions. Familiarity in writing grants and training graduate students, postdocs and technicians are pluses for this position.

Research - 95%

The candidate should have a Ph.D. and demonstrate a proven track-record in research pertaining to cancer growth, metastasis, and assay development for drug discovery. Experience in animal handling, particularly in experimental metastases and live imaging, is especially valuable. The selected candidate will be assigned a specific project and must possess the ability to execute the program autonomously with minimal supervision. While it is anticipated, it is not obligatory to develop a research grant and seek funding as a multi-PI.

Service - 5%

Service as it relates to university policies and procedures such as academic and research training.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in basic health sciences, or a closely related discipline
• As a minimum 3 years postdoctoral research experience with publications as a lead author in reputable journals
• Must have documented expertise in animal studies (cancer-related)
• Hands on working experiences in cloning would be reviewed positively
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Salary Range: Commensurate

Benefits:
All full-time university staff and faculty are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Restricted Position: Yes

ORP Eligible: Yes

Flexible Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Rank: Instructor

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Contact Information:

Contact Email: SOMHR

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