Research Assistant Professor – Dermatology #MED212a

The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine, Section of Dermatology, is searching for a Research Assistant Professor who will contribute to a research project on stress response and epithelial carcinogenesis. The appointee’s primary activity will be to conduct academic research in association with a faculty member or team. The appointee will complement these research areas and contribute to project conception and execution. We especially welcome applicants with expertise in any of these areas: DNA damage response, autophagy, epigenetics, epitranscriptomics, immunology, and/or factors/processes involved in the development of skin cancer. 

Prior to the start of employment, applicants must have: 1) a doctoral degree or equivalent in biologically-related sciences, or related disciplines, and 2) completed postdoctoral training prior to the start of employment.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/109748 Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography. Review of applications ends when the position is filled.  

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We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages diverse perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. The University’s Statements on Diversity are at https://provost.uchicago.edu/statements-diversity .

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