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Job Title: Assistant Professional Researcher - Prostate Cancer Research (Multiple Positions) Location: Sacramento, California To Apply: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF04282
Description: The Department of Urologic Surgery at the University of California, Davis, School of Medicine, seeks to recruit for two full-time Professional Researchers with experience in prostate cancer research. The successful candidate will have a strong record of research accomplishments specifically in molecular mechanisms of cancer progression and studying new approaches for treatment and prevention of prostate cancer. Additionally, candidate should have an innovative research plan. Candidate is expected to garner extramural funding to support their research.
Candidate must possess a Ph.D. degree with at least five years of postdoctoral training in molecular biology or related filed with laboratory research, has experience with prostate cancer research, demonstrated successful and independent record in research creativity in prostate cancer research, ability to show independence and demonstrated productivity, experience with molecular mechanisms of cancer progression and approaches for treatment and prevention of prostate cancer, specifically in areas of steroid sulfatase, taxanes and PARP inhibtors, and Wnt signaling. Candidate will need to have demonstrated commitment to diversity and exhibit excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with administration, trainees, clinicians, faculty in other disciplines, and technical staff. The candidate must show ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment that fosters team science and adhere to policies and procedures.
The Professional Researcher develops and oversees their own independent, creative, and high-quality research program. He/she takes major responsibility and leadership for his/her programs. Generally, the candidate would be expected to secure funding as a Principal Investigator, but may be funded as a co-PI within a large center or collaborative program grant on which many independent investigators are working, as long as it is clear that the activities led by the professional researcher within the larger project constitute his/her own independent research program. Appointees do not have teaching responsibilities.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they are legally authorized to work in the United States. The University will not offer sponsorship of a visa for this position. This recruitment is conducted at the Assistant Rank. The resulting hire will be at the Assistance Rank, regardless of the proposed appointee’s qualifications. Salary and step will be based upon experience and qualifications.
Interested candidates must submit their application online at https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF04282. Please submit (1) Cover Letter, (2) Curriculum Vita, (3) Statement of Research, (4) Statement of Contributions to Diversity, and (5) required 3-5 letters of reference.
For first full consideration, applications must be received by July 30, 2021. The position will remain open until filled, through June 30, 2022.
To learn more about the Department of Urologic Surgery at UC Davis, please visit: http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/urology/
UC Davis commits to inclusion excellence by advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the recruiting department.
Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCD positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available https://www.e-verify.gov/
UC Davis is a smoke & tobacco-free campus (https://healthy.ucdavis.edu/smoke-tobacco-free). Scientific Director of Prostate and Genitourinary Cancer Research at Winship Cancer Institute and Fray F. Marshall, MD Endowed Chair of Biomedical Urologic Research Emory University School of Medicine
The Emory University School of Medicine and Winship Cancer Institute (Winship) are seeking applications for the Scientific Director of Prostate and Genito-urinary (GU) Cancer Research at Winship Cancer Institute and appointment as the Fray F. Marshall, MD Chair of Biomedical Urologic Research in the Department of Urology.
The Fray F. Marshall, MD Chair of Biomedical Urologic Research is supported by an endowment honoring Dr. Fray Marshall, esteemed leader in urological oncology who was the inaugural chairman of the Emory Department of Urology from 1998 until his untimely passing in 2011. Dr. Marshall’s intent was for thisendowment to support a leader in translational urological oncology research. Accordingly, eligible candidates will have Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree(s) and be established Principal Investigators in any of a variety of academic backgrounds - e.g. Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Cell Biology, Genetics, Immunology, Informatics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology or other scientific disciplines that are integral to biomedical translational cancer research. The Search Committee is seeking candidates who demonstrate:
Candidates suitable for concurrent academic appointment in a basic science department and in Urology are encouraged to apply.
As Georgia’s National Cancer Institute Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Winship Cancer Institute serves as the coordinating center for a vast array of resources in medical, surgical, radiation oncology, diagnostic imaging, and the subspecialties of cancer care and prevention, basic and translational research throughout Emory University. Emory School of Medicine is renowned as a premier research institution, having received $565 million in sponsored research funding in fiscal year 2020 and now ranks 14th among all US medical schools in total NIH research support. Among Emory’s other research facilities are Woodruff Memorial Research Building, Rollins Research Center, Biomedical/Dental Building, the vaccine research center, and the Whitehead Memorial Research Building. Winship’s clinical program and the Department of Urology at Emory University Hospital are consistently recognized as one of the top 50 such programs in the United States by U.S. News and World Report and the top such clinical services in Georgia. Winship has over 500 clinical and research members with academic appointments in 39 departments across the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health at Emory University. In total Winship members hold over $80 million in direct peer-reviewed research funding. To learn more about Winship Cancer Institute, its research, outreach, clinical trials, and faculty and staff, visit http://www.winshipcancer.emory.edu. Appointment of this position is accompanied by expansion of Winship Cancer Institute’s research in prostate and urological cancers and Emory’s Department of Urology, which under the leadership of the Martin G.Sanda, MD, Chair of Urology and Director of Winship’s Prostate and GU Oncology Program, has expanded to 25 faculty in Urology and a Winship-wide team of 12 externally funded faculty PI’s as well as a multidisciplinary team of clinicians that lead Winship’s enrollment in clinical research studies. As Scientific Director of this team, the Fray Marshall Chair will lead additional tenured and/or tenure-track research facultyrecruitments. Interested applicants should submit the following to the contact below:
Martin G. Sanda MD Professor and Chairman, Department of Urology Director, Prostate and GU Cancer Program Emory University School of Medicine C/O Jeff Mills 1365 Clifton Road, N.E. Atlanta, GA30322 Emory University is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities,people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Urology Research Faculty Basic Science Research Faculty The Department of Urology at the University of Louisville (U of L) is currently recruiting research faculty with a PhD, or MD/PhD for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate/Professor Position. The successful candidate will have a recognized focus on Urologic Oncology/stone disease/BPH. Clinical Outcomes Research Faculty The Department of Urology at the University of Louisville (U of L) is currently recruiting clinical outcomes research faculty with a MD/PhD or MPH or Masters in Clinical Investigation for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate/Professor Position. The successful candidate will have a recognized focus on Urologic Oncology/stone disease/BPH etc. The primary appointments will be in the Department of Urology. Dual appointment with appropriate basic science or clinical Departments will be considered. Applicants are expected to have a track record of federal funding. Upon arrival to U of L, the faculty member will be expected to conduct innovative, rigorous, grant-funded research and engage in scholarly activities (peer-reviewed publications, presentations, etc.). The faculty member in this position will support the School's mission and goals to increase research efforts, assist faculty and residents in developing research protocol in the school and provide mentoring support of faculty, postdoctoral scholars and residents' research efforts. To apply, please include letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Salary and research space will be commensurate with rank and level of funding. For additional information or to apply for either of the above positions, please contact: Murali K. Ankem, MD, M.B.A. Professor and Chairman, Department of Urology 501 E. Broadway, suite # 270 Email: [email protected]
U of L is an AA/EEO employer
Epidemiologist III – Center for Prostate Disease Research Status: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Location: Bethesda, MD 20817 Recruiter Contact: Samantha Perlroth, [email protected] Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking an Epidemiologist III to support the Center for Prostate Disease Research (CPDR), located at the Rockledge Office in Bethesda, MD. HJF provides scientific, technical and programmatic support services to CPDR. U.S. Citizenship is required. The incumbent provides epidemiological, computer programming, bio-statistical and laboratory procedure support for a specified project in the field of prostate cancer. CPDR is a comprehensive research program to study prostate cancer and prostate disease, CPDR was established in 1992 (Public Law 102-172). The program’s mission is fulfilled primarily through its three principal programs: (1) the Clinical Translational Research Center; (2) the Basic Science Research Program, and (3) the Tri-Service Multicenter Prostate Cancer Database to encompass its clinical research work with participating military medical centers. Responsibilities: 1. Evaluates epidemiological studies supporting the research project. 2. Provides consultation regarding study design and necessary statistical analysis. This includes advising on designing studies, analyzing statistics and epidemiological interpretations of the research. 3. Initiates, designs, and implements epidemiological studies supporting the research project. 4. Portfolio management including proposal review and project evaluation. 5. May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have experience in prostate cancer/disease research. Knowledge and ability to use and teach complex epidemiologic research methods for assessing the risk of disease in humans due to potential risk factors; advanced knowledge in computer programming with experience with advanced multivariate statistical methods; knowledge of statistical and mathematical software including SAS, MINITAB, and BMDP; excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be familiar with grant writing and ideally publications (author and/or co-author). Minimum Education: Master’s degree required; Doctoral degree preferred. Minimum Experience/ Training Requirements: 6-8 years of relevant work experience required. Prostate cancer/disease research experience required. Work Environment: Set in an office research environment. Background/Security: US Citizenship required. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Tier I Public Trust and Common Access Card (CAC). Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, addresses, education, and credentials, a criminal background check, drug screening, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. RESEARCH SCIENTIST – UROLOGY
The Department of Urology of the Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is recruiting a Research Scientist with research expertise and interest in urologic cancer, particularly bladder and kidney. The recruitment is at the Assistant Professor level for an individual with demonstrated ability to secure funding that is interested in becoming a member of a rapidly expanding, multi-disciplinary program spanning urologic malignancies and associated morbidities. There is particular interest in attracting a recruit that can merge molecular approaches with AI and/or an expertise in bioinformatic skills for understanding cancer etiology, progression and metastasis.
The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, located in Buffalo, NY, is America’s first cancer center. Roswell Park was founded in 1898, is a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network and is one of only 45 facilities in the country to hold the National Cancer Institute “comprehensive cancer center” designation. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.
Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and references to: Angela Gunther, MBA, AASPR Senior Faculty Recruitment Administrator Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Elm and Carlton Streets Buffalo, NY 14263 POST DOCTORAL POSITIONNOVEL CANCER GENE AND THERAPY DISCOVERY IN THE ERA OF CANCER IMMUNOTHERAPY
The goal of Dr. Xin Lu’s lab (https://biology.nd.edu/labs/lu-lab/) is to identify novel therapeutic targets and realize innovative combination therapy strategies to benefit cancer patients, through mechanistic investigation, functional genomics, mouse modeling and therapeutics development (some select recent publications: Wang*, Lu*, et al. Cancer Discovery, 2016; Lu et al. Nature, 2017; Feng…Lu, PNAS 2018; Huang…Lu, Nat Comm, 2020). Located at the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame and affiliated with Indiana University Simon Cancer Center, the Lu lab is seeking highly motivated PhD or MD scientists with expertise and interests in one or more of following areas: · Cellular, biochemical or metabolic mechanism of cancer progression and metastasis, especially for but not limited to prostate cancer and breast cancer · Tumor microenvironment, tumor immunology and/or cancer immunotherapy · Computational cancer bioinformatics, integrated analysis of oncogenomics and/or proteomics data and functional validation in cell culture and animal models. The lab research is supported by active grants from NIH, DOD, private foundations and internal resources. A range of available projects includes: (1) Mechanistic understanding of immunosuppressive myeloid cells; (2) Metabolic reprogramming to enhance cancer immunotherapy; (3) Molecular mechanism of prostate cancer bone metastasis; (4) Anti-metastasis and pro-metastasis functions of neutrophil subsets; (5) Gene functions and therapy development to treat refectory prostate cancer or breast cancer.
A doctoral degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, bioinformatics or related field is required. A qualified candidate should already hold or expected to hold a doctoral degree at the time of applying. Experiences that are desirable (but not required) include mammalian cell culture, basic molecular cloning, cell biology, biochemistry, RNAi, CRISPR, immunology, animal models, histopathology, single-cell technology, or bioinformatics/computational biology. Furthermore, a notable publication record, strong interpersonal and teamwork skills are also beneficial. A generous job package will be provided. University of Notre Dame is among the top 20 universities in the US ranked by US News. You will enjoy beautiful campus, safe and enriched environment and low-cost comfortable living style. Please kindly submit a current C.V. and names of 3 references to Dr. Xin Lu, Boler Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Notre Dame, IN 46556, [email protected]. The University of Notre Dame is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Assistant Professor – Research Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and The Stanley S. Scott Cancer Center, LSU School of Medicine LSUHSC-New Orleans. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Portal | Assistant Professor - Research (peopleadmin.com)
The Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) Department of Biochemistry and the Stanley S. Scott Cancer Center (SSSCC) in New Orleans, LA invite applications from outstanding candidates for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor – Research to join the research group of Dr. Hari K. Koul. We seek an exceptional laboratory-based scientist working in the area of Epigenetics research who shares our goal to advance an understanding of mechanisms of therapeutic resistance in prostate cancer and to translate findings to the clinic. LSUHSC has a strong history of collaborative research programs and a state-of-the-art infrastructure to support investigators, including core laboratories offering Genomics, Immunology, flow cytometry, imaging, and Histopathology. Opportunities are available for interaction with the Alcohol Research Center and the Centers of Excellence in Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Cardiovascular Biology, and Neuroscience. LSUHSC offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Please send queries to: [email protected] |