Assistant or Associate Professor - Cancer Biology, Tenure Track

Loyola University Chicago; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health sciences seeks an innovative Assistant or Associate Professor in Cancer Biology. This tenure-track role offers the opportunity to advance cancer-focused studies while collaborating with a dedicated faculty. The successful candidate will establish an independent research program, contribute to graduate and medical education, and engage in a vibrant academic community. Join a forward-thinking institution that values diversity and excellence, and take part in impactful research that shapes the future of cancer treatment and education.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a strong publication record.
• Experience in cancer-focused studies is essential.
• Extramural research support is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and medical students in cancer biology.
• Maintain an extramurally funded research program.
• Participate in university committees and activities.

Skills

Research in Cancer Biology

Teaching at Graduate Level

Collaboration with Faculty

Extramural Research Funding

Education

PhD

MD/PhD

MD

Job description

Position Details

Position Details

Candidates should have a PhD, MD/PhD or MD degree, a strong publication record and current extramural research support.

This salary range is for a 12-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances.

Job Title	Assistant or Associate Professor - Cancer Biology, Tenure Track
Position Title	Assistant or Associate Professor - Cancer Biology, Tenure Track
Position Number
Job Category	University Faculty
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Location Code	Dept of Cancer Biology (06311A)
Department Name	DEPARTMENT OF CANCER BIOLOGY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Salary Range: $103,000 - $221,000 Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/ The Department of Cancer Biology at Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM) invites applications from basic and physician scientists for a tenure-track position at the ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE Professor level. We seek innovators to advance cancer-focused studies that are foundational and encourage collaborations with cancer biology and the health science campus faculty. We are looking to recruit tenure-track research faculty to join our Department of Cancer Biology whose research efforts align with ongoing research at the Cancer Center in the areas of cancer signaling and gene regulation, cancer progression, therapy resistance, and tumor immunology. Departmental research areas, resources, and facilities are described here: https://www.luc.edu/stritch/cancerbiology/ The Stritch School of Medicine, the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center, and the Department of Cancer Biology are strongly collaborative research environments with substantial core facilities and integrated graduate education programs. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an independent extramurally-funded research program and contribute to our graduate and medical education training. Candidates must have a PhD, MD/PhD, or MD degree and a strong publication record. Extramural research support is preferred but not required. KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: -TEACHING: Actively participate in the teaching mission of the department, through teaching of graduate and medical students. -RESEARCH -Maintain an extramurally funded research program. -Help foster the successful development and maintenance of research within the department and in collaboration with those outside of the department. -Actively support student research programs of the university, including the medical and undergraduate student summer research programs. -SERVICE -Serve on department and university committees -Actively participate in university activities such as interviewing faculty candidates and student applicants; SSOM/Health Sciences Campus Research Day.
Qualifications
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Candidates should have a PhD and/or MD degree and a strong publication record. Loyola University Chicago values and is committed to fostering a culture of equal opportunity for all persons. We strongly encourage underrepresented minorities and women candidates to apply. LUC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Review of applications will commence immediately and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates are required to complete an online application including the submission of CV, cover letter, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for at least 3 references.
Open Date	01/08/2025
Close Date
Salary Range	$103,000 - $221,000
Additional Salary Information
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/30607
Job Number	8550160
Organizational Location	HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUS

Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date	07/01/2025
Position End Date
Open Until Filled	Yes