Assistant Professor - Hematology, Oncology & Transplantation
Join the University of Minnesota to lead innovative research in NK cell biology and cancer immunotherapy.
Best for:Best for researchers with a background in NK cell biology, cancer immunology, and translational oncology seeking a faculty position.
Overview
The Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation at the University of Minnesota Medical School seeks a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor on the Research Track. The successful candidate will spearhead preclinical and translational research focusing on natural killer cell biology and novel cancer immunotherapies. Responsibilities include conducting laboratory investigations, designing cellular approaches, and securing external funding to build an independent research program. Applicants are expected to possess extensive postdoctoral experience and a strong publication record in cancer immunology.
What you'll do
- Develop and lead innovative preclinical and translational research focused on natural killer cell biology and immunotherapies.
- Conduct laboratory investigations examining regulatory mechanisms of NK cell activity across hematologic malignancies and solid tumors.
- Design, develop, and evaluate biologics and cellular approaches to enhance anti-tumor immune responses.
- Investigate interactions between NK effector cells, suppressive immune populations, and the tumor microenvironment.
- Establish an independent and externally funded research program on the Research Track.
- Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations at scientific meetings.
- Supervise, mentor, and train graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other postgraduate researchers.
Requirements
Degree required: Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) in a relevant biomedical or scientific discipline
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant fields
- Expertise in NK cell biology and NK cell-based immunotherapy
- At least five years of relevant preclinical or translational research experience in oncology or immunology
- Experience conducting mechanistic studies of immune-cell interactions and the tumor microenvironment
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant fields
- Experience supervising research personnel and training junior trainees
- Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate authorization to work in the United States
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the University of Minnesota careers portal. Candidates should click the apply button, complete the online application form, and attach a cover letter and CV or resume.
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- Cover letter
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