Pediatric Cancer Translational Research - Tenure-Track

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor on the tenure track in basic and translational research focused on pediatric cancer. The position requires an MD or MD/PhD, with board certification or eligibility in pediatric hematology/oncology.

Teaching and clinical duties involve medical students, residents, fellows, and attending pediatric cancer care teams. Applicants should have a track record of NIH-funded research and be prepared to direct independent translational

Qualifications

• MD or MD/PhD or equivalent degree.
• Board certified or eligible in pediatric hematology/oncology.
• Experience in basic and translational pediatric cancer research.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical students, graduate students, residents, medical fellows in pediatric hematology/oncology.
• Provide attending physician coverage for inpatient and outpatient pediatric cancer care.
• Direct an NIH-funded basic and translational research program focused on pediatric cancer.

Skills

Translational research

Pediatric oncology

NIH grant experience

Education

MD or MD/PhD or equivalent

Job description

University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor on the tenure track in basic and translational research focused on pediatric cancer. The position requires an MD or MD/PhD, with board certification or eligibility in pediatric hematology/oncology.

Teaching and clinical duties involve medical students, residents, fellows, and attending pediatric cancer care teams. Applicants should have a track record of NIH-funded research and be prepared to direct independent translational