Assistant Professor Of Pediatrics (term) - Oncology Research
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky, USA
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Independent research program leadership
Pediatric oncology research expertise
Extramural funding pursuit
Selected candidates will develop robust, independent research programs addressing critical questions in pediatric oncology, with priority areas including CNS tumors, sarcomas, and leukemia
Job Summary
Selected candidates will develop robust, independent research programs addressing critical questions in pediatric oncology, with priority areas including CNS tumors, sarcomas, and leukemia.
This position offers a competitive three-year startup package including salary support, research development funding, and access to institutional resources such as shared core facilities, statistical support, and faculty development programs with dedicated mentorship teams to support the transition to independent extramural funding.
Norton Children’s Cancer Institute treats 100-110 new oncology cases annually and actively enrolls in Children’s Oncology Group trials, providing excellent clinical research opportunities in a state that ranks 7th nationally in pediatric cancer incidence.
Matching Summary
Selected candidates will develop robust, independent research programs addressing critical questions in pediatric oncology, with priority areas including CNS tumors, sarcomas, and leukemia.
Salary
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Independent research program leadership
Pediatric oncology research expertise
Extramural funding pursuit
Collaboration with clinicians and researchers
Publication in peer-reviewed journals
Nice-to-have
Experience with CAR-T/cellular therapy research
Mentorship of trainees
Participation in service activities
Access to shared core facilities
Faculty development and mentorship support
Key Requirements
Assistant Professor rank
Experience in pediatric oncology research
Ability to secure NIH and other extramural funding