Assistant/Associate Professor - Pediatric Cancer Developmental Therapeutics

Texas Tech University System
Lubbock, TX
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

The new faculty member will be a physician-scientist in the field of pediatric cancer developmental therapeutics, supported by the Texas Regional Excellence in Cancer (TREC) Developmental Therapeutics Center at TTUHSC. They will carry out translational and clinical research in cancer drug development and be funded by grants from CPRIT, the National Cancer Institute, and foundations.

What You Will Do

The primary responsibilities will include sustained funded-translational research in childhood cancer, with a focus on small molecule development, immunotherapy, and biomarker development. Clinical service time will be strictly limited, providing ample time for research.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Applicants must have a terminal degree (MD or MD/PhD, or non-US equivalent), training in pediatric hematology oncology clinical care and research, and a commitment to sustained funded-translational research in childhood cancer. The position offers nationally competitive salary and start-up support, as well as a family-friendly city with a diverse economy and a strong education system.

Requirements

  • terminal degree (MD or MD/PhD, or non-US equivalent)
  • training in pediatric hematology oncology clinical care and research
  • commitment to sustained funded-translational research in childhood cancer

Benefits

  • nationally competitive salary
  • start-up support
  • family-friendly city
  • diverse economy
  • strong education system
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