Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA) - Lymphoma-Myeloma

About the role

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Lymphoma/Myeloma, is recruiting for a clinical research faculty member with a sub-specialty of Multiple Myeloma. Physicians with extensive research experience in clinical investigation and outcomes research, particularly in plasma cell dyscrasias such as Amyloidosis, Waldenström’s, MGUS, and stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies in high-risk Multiple Myeloma, are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Lead and develop programs, translational clinical research, and scholarly activities in keeping with the goals of the department.
• Seek appropriate funding mechanisms to support translational and clinical research.
• Mentor young faculty, fellows, and other trainees.
• Contribute to the overall mission of the department.
• Collaborate with other clinicians, scientists, and physician-scientists within the institution.

Requirements

The successful candidate must:

• Have a M.D., or M.D. and Ph.D. degrees.
• Be licensed eligible in the State of Texas.
• Have at least 5 years of experience post-degree with any combination of time as a clinician, clinical scientist, or GME trainee (except specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships).
• Show evidence of commitment to scholarly activity and proof of scientific accomplishments.
• Possess excellent writing and communication skills as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, presentation skills for professional meetings, and the demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding for translational research.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must:

• Have a M.D., or M.D. and Ph.D. degrees.
• Be licensed eligible in the State of Texas.
• Have at least 5 years of experience post-degree with any combination of time as a clinician, clinical scientist, or GME trainee (except specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships).
• Show evidence of commitment to scholarly activity and proof of scientific accomplishments.
• Possess excellent writing and communication skills as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, presentation skills for professional meetings, and the demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding for translational research.

Skills

The successful candidate should:

• Have a strong background in cancer biology.
• Have a commitment to scholarly activity.
• Have excellent writing and communication skills.
• Have a proven track record of obtaining extramural funding for translational research.

Benefits

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers:

• Aid in securing funding for translational and clinical research.
• Opportunities for collaboration with other clinicians, scientists, and physician-scientists within the institution.
• Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

Pay

The salary range is $300,000-$392,069 and will be based on the applicant's qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The position is scheduled to be performed on-site.

Application

To apply, please send a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three to five references, and a brief summary of past research accomplishments and future research plans to: Kim Corbett, MBA, Department Administrator, at KACorbett@mdanderson.org.

Contact

For additional information, contact Kim Corbett, MBA, Department Administrator, at KACorbett@mdanderson.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.