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31728BR

Extended Job Title:

Assistant Professor - Developmental Therapeutics

Position Description:

The Cancer Center of the TTUHSC School of Medicine ( http://cancer.TTUHSC.edu ) is recruiting for a physician-scientists to an Assistant Professor level, tenure-track position in the field of pediatric cancer developmental therapeutics. The new faculty member will be supported by and be a member of the Texas Regional Excellence in Cancer (TREC) Developmental Therapeutics Center at TTUHSC funded by the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT). TREC faculty carry out translational and clinical research in cancer drug development and are funded by grants from CPRIT, the National Cancer Institute, and foundations. TREC faculty are supported by core resources for pharmacology, cancer animal models, a robust cancer biobank, and an early-phase clinical trial consortium ( www.SPONC.org ). The Children’s Oncology Group Childhood Cancer Repository ( www.COGcell.org ) located at TTUHSC provides patient-derived cell lines and xenografts to investigators in 30 countries. Examples of publications from TREC faculty: PMID: 31484706; PMID: 32291317; PMID: 32409685; PMID: 34408079.

Requisition ID:

31728BR

Travel Required:

None

Pay Grade Maximum:

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Major/Essential Functions:

+ Commitment to sustained funded-translational research in childhood cancer.

+ Translational and clinical research in cancer drug development.

+ Limited clinical service time.

Grant Funded?:

No

Pay Grade Minimum:

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Work Location:

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Current research efforts in cancer developmental therapeutics including small molecule development, immunotherapy and biomarker development.

Department:

Pedi Administration Lbk Genl

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Professional License or Certification, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Shift:

Day

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications:

+ MD, MD PhD or MBBS.

+ Board Eligible or Board Certified in Pediatric Oncology.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

Yes

Are select agents used in this laboratory?:

No

Jeanne Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx .

Introduction:

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits, including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC:

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future. Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Benefits:

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member: • Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members • Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more • Retirement Plans • Wellness Programs • Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.