Associate Professor or Professor, Tenure Track - Department of Surgery

Loyola University Chicago; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Associate Professor or Professor for a tenure-track position in the Department of Surgery. This role emphasizes expertise in Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy, requiring a strong publication record and collaborative experience in clinical settings. The successful candidate will lead a vibrant cell therapy program, developing innovative cellular therapies for cancer treatment. Join a community committed to academic excellence and impactful research, where your contributions will shape the future of medical science and patient care.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Cancer Immunology/Immunotherapy and Cell Biology required.
• Candidates must have a strong publication record and postdoctoral experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an independent, externally-funded research program.
• Collaborate with clinicians on clinical projects and trials.

Skills

Cancer Immunology

Immunotherapy

Cell Biology

Molecular Biology

Animal Tumor Models

Adoptive Cell Transfer

Genetic Modification of Immune Cells

Education

Ph.D.

M.D.

M.D./Ph.D.

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Position Details

Position Details

Salary Range: $96,000 - $237,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/
Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have expertise in Cancer Immunology/Immunotherapy, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology and animal tumor models. Of particular interest is expertise in peripheral adoptive cell transfer and genetic modification of immune cells. This faculty appointment and the rank/tenure will be commensurate with qualifications. The faculty candidates are expected to maintain an independent, externally-funded research program. In order to establish a successful clinical/translational cell therapy program, the candidates should also have experience collaborating with clinicians on clinical projects and clinical trials.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience: The Department of Surgery in the Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM) at Loyola University Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track position at the ASSOCIATE or full PROFESSOR level. Candidates must have a Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent and postdoctoral experience with a strong publication record in Cancer Immunology/Immunotherapy. The successful candidate will join an active cell therapy program capable of developing and implementing cellular therapies for treating cancer patients. The successful candidate must have a proven record of accomplishment with Cellular Therapies with expertise including but not limited to adoptive cell transfer in animal tumor models, development of cell therapy approaches using human materials, and genetic engineering of mouse and human immune cells. This faculty appointment and the rank/tenure will be commensurate with qualifications. The faculty candidates are expected to maintain an independent, externally-funded research program. Candidates with clinical trial and clean room expertise will be given preferential consideration. The candidates should also have demonstrated collaborative experience with both basic scientists and clinicians.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience: The Department of Surgery in the Stritch School of Medicine (SSOM) at Loyola University Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track position at the ASSOCIATE or full PROFESSOR level. Candidates must have a Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent and postdoctoral experience with a strong publication record in Cancer

Immunology/Immunotherapy. The successful candidate will join an active cell therapy program capable of developing and implementing cellular therapies for treating cancer patients. The successful candidate must have a proven record of accomplishment with Cellular Therapies with expertise including but not limited to adoptive cell transfer in animal tumor models, development of cell therapy approaches using human materials, and genetic engineering of mouse and human immune cells. This faculty appointment and the rank/tenure will be commensurate with qualifications. The faculty candidates are expected to maintain an independent, externally-funded research program. Candidates with clinical trial and clean room expertise will be given preferential consideration. The candidates should also have demonstrated collaborative experience with both basic scientists and clinicians.

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	Associate Professor or Professor, Tenure Track - Department of Surgery
Position Title	Associate Professor or Professor, Tenure Track - Department of Surgery
Position Number
Job Category	University Faculty
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Location Code	SURGERY (06740A)
Department Name	SURGERY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
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Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Open Date	11/12/2021
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Salary Range	$96,000 - $237,000
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Special Instructions to Applicants	Loyola requires all Health Sciences Campus Faculty and Staff to be vaccinated with the original COVID-19 and Flu vaccines when eligible. Anexemption for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval. If you are invited for an on-campus interview for a Position that is based at the Health Sciences Campus, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination of the original COVID-19 vaccine OR a negative COVID-19 test results no more than 48 hours prior to arriving on campus. PCR or rapid antigen test results are acceptable.
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/18170
Job Number	8550207
Organizational Location	HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUS

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