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Assistant Professor in The Markey Cancer Center

University Of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
Full-time

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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 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 . 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 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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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