Instructor, Research Faculty Appointment (RFA) - GI Medical Oncology

About the role

The Instructor, RFA will plan, coordinate, design and execute technical research experiments and design research projects as described by the Principal Investigator. They will participate in collaborations involving investigators at all levels within the institution and those at other institutions. Scientific contributions must impact cancer research efforts throughout the institution.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a translational research program in the department under the mentorship of a senior faculty member.
• Prepare and submit applications for peer-review funding to a wide variety of funding agencies.
• Contribute to designated projects by proposing potential investigatory directions and alternative interpretation of data.
• Collaborate with a number of investigators to support multi-project grants.
• Present, participate, and attend educational activities, conferences, and meetings, which require verbal interaction with colleagues throughout the hospital, campus, and other institutions.
• Provide stimulating educational experience for graduate, postdoctoral and other trainees in the department.
• Disseminate research findings, thought posters, talks and associated abstracts, at national scientific meetings.

Requirements

• Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and department mission.
• At least two (2) years as postdoctoral fellow experience preferred (unless not required for discipline) or equivalent time as a basic scientist.
• Experience working in a research environment where duties involve scientific research disciplines, at a U.T. component or at another academic institution, or have applicable experience deemed equivalent.
• Evidence of consistent research of high quality, ability to carry out individual collaborative research and support, and a dedication to a career in cancer research is required.

Qualifications

• Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and department mission.
• Preferred: PhD, MD or equivalent degree in in a field appropriate to faculty role and department mission.
• Experience Required: At least two (2) years as postdoctoral fellow experience preferred (unless not required for discipline) or equivalent time as a basic scientist.
• Preferred: Must have experience working in a research environment where duties involve scientific research disciplines, at a U.T. component or at another academic institution, or have applicable experience deemed equivalent.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written skills as well as the ability to synthesize information pertaining to the area of research.
• Ability to observe and comply with all institutional rules that follow OSHA regulations.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with peers, senior faculty and subordinates.
• Ability to collaborate with a number of investigators to support multi-project grants.
• Ability to actively engage in research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the department.

Benefits

• The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
• This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening.

Pay

US Dollar (USD) 0

Schedule

Exempt and not eligible for overtime pay.