Assistant, Associate or Professor in Gastrointestinal Cancer Research
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine and the NCI-designated Markey Cancer Center invite applications for a full-time (12-month) tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level within the Regular Title Series. We are seeking an accomplished and innovative basic science researcher with a strong focus on gastrointestinal (GI) malignancies, particularly pancreatic and/or colorectal cancer. The successful candidate will have a well-established and extramurally funded research program dedicated to advancing the fundamental understanding of GI cancer biology. This includes, but is not limited to, elucidating molecular and cellular mechanisms driving cancer initiation, progression, and therapeutic resistance. A demonstrated record of high-impact publications, sustained external funding, and scientific leadership is expected. We are particularly interested in candidates who thrive in highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environments and are committed to advancing team science.
Department
Department Name: 7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Working Title
Working Title: Assistant, Associate or Professor in Gastrointestinal Cancer Research
Required Education
MD or PhD
Required Related Experience
GI Cancer Research
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- GI cancer research
- basic mechanisms of cancer progression
- clinical/translational research and population science
Preferred Education/Experience
The ideal candidate will be a recognized leader in the field with a strong track record of robust extramural funding and innovative publications focused on basic mechanisms of GI cancer (pancreatic and/or colorectal cancer preferable).
Supervisory Responsibilities
Yes