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University of Utah ยท 14 hours ago

Scientist, Assistant or Associate Professor

positionSalt Lake City, UT
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
date2+ years exp

The University of Utah is seeking a basic science or early translational lab-based investigator at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the Department of Radiation Oncology and Huntsman Cancer Institute. The role involves conducting research in areas such as stem cell biology and tissue regeneration, with a focus on cancer therapies, while collaborating with clinician investigators and facilitating interdisciplinary projects.

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Responsibilities

Conduct research in stem cell biology, tissue regeneration, and the tumor microenvironment
Modulate the response to and recovery from cancer therapies, including radiation and immunotherapies
Demonstrate a strong commitment to national and international collaborative research
Initiate and facilitate interdisciplinary projects within HCI and the University of Utah

Qualification

PhDEquivalentPostdoctoral trainingResearch impactIndependent fundingTranslational researchInterdisciplinary projectsCollaboration

Required

PhD (or equivalent)
Minimum 2-3 years of appropriate postdoctoral training
Demonstrated track record of research impact and productivity
Proven record of independent funding (for Associate Professor level)
Lead an innovative research program (for Associate Professor level)
Willingness to incorporate research involving ionizing radiation or other cancer therapies into future investigations
Strong commitment to national and international collaborative research
Ability to initiate and facilitate interdisciplinary projects within HCI and the University of Utah

Preferred

Research with translational potential, such as utilizing specimens obtained from human patients
Conducting studies using preclinical models with a clear path to eventual clinical testing

Company

University of Utah

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The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is the flagship institution of higher learning in Utah.
dateFounded in 1850
location
Salt Lake City, ut, US
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://utah.edu

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Allison Nicholson
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Bruce Hunter
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