The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC), College of Medicine, Department of Surgery, is accepting applications for a highly motivated full-time Research Assistant Professor with experience in cancer and molecular biology join the team of an NIH-funded cancer research laboratory.

The laboratory is engaged in several broad avenues of investigation including the molecular epidemiology and translational genomics of colorectal cancer and elucidation of the genome-wide alterations and carcinogenic mechanisms associated with HPV-related malignancies.

The candidate should be self-motivated with a proven track record of productivity and strong interest in cancer cell and molecular biology. They should be able to work independently and demonstrate excellence in planning, executing, and analyzing experiments. The candidate will possess excellent organizational, prioritization, and interpersonal skills. They should have strong written and verbal communication skills.

This is a non-tenure track position. Responsibilities include:

• Design and perform relevant experiments in cellular and molecular biology. Relevant laboratory techniques/experience include but are not limited to:
  
  - Cell/organoid culture, Transfection, Gene targeting/manipulation, Gene/protein expression analyses In vivo animal model applications, Cell function analysis, Gene methylation analysis, Familiarity with genome-wide analyses (e.g. methylomics, transcriptomics, sequencing etc.)
• Involvement in data analysis and scientific presentations
• Assist in the preparation of scientific abstracts, manuscripts, and grants
• Assist in the generation of data for new projects and grant applications
• Development of new ideas that promote current research.
• Remain current and anticipate changes in technology and standards
• Supervision and training of lab members, fellows, residents, and student

Required Qualifications:

• PhD degree in science plus a minimum of three or more years of relevant experience in cancer cell and molecular biology
• Has a record of peer-reviewed publications and other scholarly activity.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Committed to providing quality research

This is a full-time, non-tenure-track, research position and faculty rank is commensurate with experience and credentials.

Submit applications (i.e., a letter of interest, a complete CV, and contact information for three references) at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center job posting website.

For benefits information, please visit https://www.uthsc.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefits-preview-packet.pdf

Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA/V institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.

THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is the flagship statewide, public, academic health institution in Tennessee. Founded in 1911, the mission of the University of Tennessee Health Science is to improve the health and well-being of Tennesseans and the global community by fostering integrated, collaborative, and inclusive education, research, scientific discovery, clinical care, and public service. Employing more than 4,600 people on its faculty, staff, and not-for-profit corporation faculty practice groups, and with more than 3,200 students across the state, UTHSC contributes $4 billion to the economy of Tennessee.

Part of the University of Tennessee System, the Health Science Center is headquartered in Memphis and includes all six of UT's doctoral-degree-granting health science colleges Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Graduate Health Sciences, and Health Professions. UTHSC spans the state with its four major, regional clinical health science locations in Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, as well as more than 100 clinical education sites across Tennessee. UTHSC is the largest educator of health care professionals in the state and operates the state's largest residency and fellowship advanced training programs.

Located in West Tennessee on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is the second-largest city in the state and among the largest cities in the Southeast. The Greater Memphis metropolitan area has more than 1.3 million residents, and the city ranks among those with the lowest cost of living in the country. It is home to a v ibrant restaurant scene, a revitalized Downtown, the Midtown Arts District, many scenic neighborhoods, an active medical district, and a burgeoning airport in the midst of a $214 million modernization.

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