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Emory Healthcare/Emory University Assistant or Associate Professor - Urology PhD, MD/PhD, or MD Scientist in United States
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The Department of Urology at Emory University School of Medicine is recruiting faculty members at the rank of tenure-eligible Assistant or Associate Professor. We seek to recruit laboratory-based scientists to conduct independent and highly innovative translational research related to prostate, kidney, bladder, and other urologic cancers. Successful candidates will join an outstanding urology department with new initiatives to build research programs for the rapid translation of basic discoveries to the clinic.
Candidates will be PhD, MD/PhD, or MD scientists working in the field that includes, but is not limited to, cancer genomics, epigenomics, tumor immunology, metabolism, DNA damage response, computational biology, and bioinformatics. The focus of the research could be in any area of the disease space, including cancer etiology, tumor growth and metastasis, biomarkers for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment resistance, and the development of new therapeutics. Outstanding candidates will have a track record of significant publications and funding in relevant fields.
The successful candidate will be supported by generous start-up funds and join an energetic and collaborative team of clinicians and scientists in a highly interactive and collegial research environment. The candidate will enter an active and dynamic research landscape, with notable expertise in the fields of cancer genomics and epigenomics, bioinformatics, liquid and radiographic biomarkers, and the immune response to cancer. In addition, the candidate will be appointed as a member of the Winship Cancer Center, an NCI Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, that provides broad academic engagement, funding, and opportunities for collaboration.
In addition, the Urology department has strong collaborations with basic science departments, including the department of human genetics, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Microbiology and Immunology, and the Emory Vaccine Center. The candidate will be eligible to be jointly appointed in any suitable basic science department to facilitate their participation in graduate programs, teaching opportunities, and collaboration with other basic scientists in the larger Emory community.
This position seeks to recruit and retain a diverse faculty to maintain the excellence of our research enterprise and to offer trainees richly varied perspectives. Applications from women and ethnic minorities are therefore strongly encouraged. The University and the Department strive to support all faculty by fostering an equitable scholarly environment, offering a wide range of career development opportunities, and promoting work-life integration. We encourage potential candidates to visit the website of the Emory Worklife Resource Center: http://www.worklife.emory.edu.
Candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, summary of research interests (3 pages). and three letters of reference in one single PDF via email. Please contact Dr. Jindan Yu (Jindan.yu@emory.edu) with any questions. Applications should be received by December 1st, 2024 to ensure full consideration. You MUST apply via email, AND through the Emory employment portal to be considered.
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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
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Job Number 132960
Job Type Regular Full-Time
Division School Of Medicine
Department SOM: Urology: Admin
Campus Location (For Posting) : City Atlanta
Location : Name HSRB I (Health Sciences Research Building I)
This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Working in a laboratory
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