Assistant Research Professor, Internal Medicine (Career Track) (PhD) (College of Medicine-Phoenix)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct tissue procurement effort for the Department
• Develop processes, procedures and a collaborative research program in the field of 3D organoid biology
• Expand collaborative efforts with the University of Arizona biomedical scientists and physician scientists in the development of organoids relevant to cancer, lung disease, and liver disease.
• Perform tissue histology, staining, and quantification
• Organize tissue bank collection of FPPE, fresh frozen, and organoid samples
• Participate in both training of students and technicians
• Participate as a productive member of the Department and the College through impactful scholarly work and good citizenship.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold a PhD in related field of study from an accredited institution.
• Have post-doctoral training and/or experience commensurate with appointment at the rank of a assistant professor.
• Demonstrate scholarly accomplishment in research.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrate experience in cancer, lung, or liver organoid development.
• Have current funding in the area of 3D organoid biology.
• Show experience investigating fibrotic diseases and drug development approaches.
• Show experience studying fibroblast biology and/or cancer associated fibroblasts (CAFs).

Rank

Assistant Professor

Rationale

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix is seeking a talented academic scientist with expertise in tissue procurement and development of patient-derived organoid technology. The successful candidate will contribute to the Department of Internal Medicine by leading tissue procurement efforts, developing collaborative research programs, and participating in scholarly work, teaching, and service.