Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Otolaryngology

University of Kentucky • Lexington, KY • 3d ago

University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting DetailsPosting DetailsJob Title Assistant, Associate, or Professor in OtolaryngologyRequisition Number FE03497Working Title Basic ScientistDepartment Name 7H860:OtolaryngologyWork Location Lexington, KYType of Position FacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track Status Tenure TrackRequired Education PhD, MD or MD/PhDRequired Related Experience Experience in basic research with emphases related to head and neck cancers.Required License/Registration/Certification N/AJob Summary The University of Kentucky (UK) Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, in conjunction with the Markey Cancer Center, are jointly seeking an exceptional candidate for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to actively contribute to the basic and translational research mission in our head and neck cancer program. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree and will be expected to bring and maintain a vigorous, independent, extramurally funded research program, preferably from the NCI, as well as participate actively in collaborative investigations and education programs. Examples of preferred basic research emphases related to head and neck cancers include: HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancers; signaling pathways contributing to growth, progression or metastasis; mechanisms of tumor resistance; tumor metabolism; cancer microenvironment; cancer genomics; and, epigenetic regulation. In addition, there will be opportunities to work with medical students and otolaryngology residents who have research requirements and dedicated block time for research, and as a faculty member in the department, the successful candidate will participate in all departmental activities. 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 (HKRB), which houses the majority of cancer basic researchers and is in close proximity to state-of-the-art research cores. Kentucky has among the highest incidence of head and neck and HPV-associated cancers in the country. HPV positive oropharyngeal cancer patients form a large portion of our head and neck oncology work. As a major referral center the UK Medical Center sees over 90% of all head and neck cancer cases within our large referral base of Eastern and Central Kentucky, Western W. Virginia, Southeast Ohio and Northeastern Tennessee. We have a team of four head and neck surgeons who participate in the clinical and research activities of the Markey Cancer Center. They are eager to collaborate with basic scientists to provide a better understanding of the underlying pathophysiology as well as the treatment and outcomes of these complicated patients. As the only NCI-designated cancer center in Kentucky, the MCC provides a broad range of state-of-the-art core facilities and modern laboratory space design to facilitate a collaborative research environment. Situated on a campus with all six health profession colleges, the cancer center is located within a vibrant and expanding basic and clinical research community with ample opportunities for collaboration within and across its research programs. In addition, the successful candidate will join MCC research members specializing in head and neck cancer that, include: a team of cancer prevention researchers with an interest in the molecular and genetic epidemiology of head and neck cancers; clinician-researchers with an interest in head and neck cancer prevention and survivorship; and the Kentucky Cancer Registry team that can provide real-time head and neck cancer information and a virtual tissue repository that can retrieve cancer tissues from across the state for molecular analysis. Founded in 1865 as a land-grant institution adjac

Similar Jobs

Manager Food Operations I

The Walt Disney Company • Frankfort, KY • 2h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Senior Medical Writer - FSP

Parexel • Frankfort, KY • 2h ago

Hospital & Medical

Parexel is looking for a Senior Medical Writer located anywhere in the United States or Canada . Early Development/Translational Medical Writing experience required. Job Purpose: The Senior Medical Writer is responsible...

2h ago

Go to Apply

Medical Director - Ophthalmology

Parexel • Frankfort, KY • 2h ago

Hospital & Medical

Parexel is in the business of improving the world's health. We do this by providing a suite of biopharmaceutical services that help clients across the globe transform scientific discoveries into new treatments. From clin...

2h ago

Go to Apply

IT Risk & Control Senior Analyst

City National Bank • Frankfort, KY • 4h ago

IT RISK & CONTROL SENIOR ANALYST WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY? The IT Risk Senior Analyst is a subject-area specialist with specialized training, methods and analytic techniques to create recommendations and directions fo...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Info Systems)

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration • Lexington, KY • 7h ago

Hospital & Medical

Summary The Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (BESS) (Information Systems) provides clinical and administrative support to staff, patients, and administrators for all matters of concern relating to the facility wid...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Behavioral Health Clinical Case Manager/Southern Bluegrass Region

CVS Health • Frankfort, KY • 7h ago

Hospital & Medical

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading health solutions compan...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Senior Associate, MSO Marketing

Humana • Frankfort, KY • 7h ago

Sales & Marketing

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first CenterWell is redefining senior-focused care across the country and we're looking for a collaborative, data-driven marketing professional to help us scal...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Business Services Coordinator

Robert Half • Lexington, KY • 7h ago

Management & Administrative

Description We are looking for a dedicated Business Services Coordinator to join our team in Lexington, KY. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and mailroom support while ensuring smooth daily operati...

7h ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Driver

Aerotek • Lexington, KY • 12h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Warehouse Driver - Lexington, KY Pay - $18-21 Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Warehouse Driver to support our shipping and warehouse activities. This role involves pulling and preparing products for shipment,...

12h ago

Go to Apply

Learning Systems Professional 2

CenterWell • Frankfort, KY • 13h ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first The Learning Systems Professional 2 facilitates access to expertise, services and resources relating to the Learning Management System, Cornerstone on De...

13h ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.