Assistant Professor in The Markey Cancer Center

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Assistant Professor in The Markey Cancer Center
Requisition Number FE04096
Working Title
Department Name 7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
PhD or MD
Required Related Experience
Breast cancer research, DNA cloning, gene knockout & overexpression, cell culture, protein purification, western blotting, immunofluorescence staining, cell sorting, cell transfection, tissue microarray analysis, metabolic profiling, CRISPR/Cas9 library screen, next generation sequencing techniques, Data analyses, reporting, manuscript & grant writing
Required License/Registration/Certification
NA
Job Summary
The Markey Cancer Center at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking an exceptional candidate for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor with an emphasis in breast cancer research. Applicants must have a PhD and/or MD with expertise that complements existing center strengths. Competitive start-up funds and faculty salary will be provided, commensurate with level of experience. In addition, wet laboratory space will be provided in the new, open-format, Healthy Kentucky Research Building which house the majority of cancer basic researchers and is in close proximity to state-of-the-art research cores.
The Markey Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center on the medical campus of the University of Kentucky. Situated on a campus with all six health profession colleges, the cancer center is located within a vibrant and expanding basic, clinical, and population research community with ample opportunities for collaboration within and across its research programs (see https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/markey-cancer-center/research for more information).
Applications should include a curriculum vita, as well as a cover letter with description of cancer research interests, and a discussion of future research plans. Applicants should provide three professional letters of reference. Applications should be submitted online and will be reviewed by a faculty search committee as applications arrive. Job postings will remain open until the position is filled. Competitive candidates will receive an invitation to visit the University of Kentucky for an interview.
To view our exceptional benefits, please visit https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits .
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Breast cancer research, DNA cloning, gene knockout & overexpression, cell culture, protein purification, western blotting, immunofluorescence staining, cell sorting, cell transfection, tissue microarray analysis, metabolic profiling, CRISPR/Cas9 library screen, next generation sequencing techniques, Data analyses, reporting, manuscript & grant writing
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
PhD with more than 5 years of related experience
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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