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The University of Iowa IOWA CANCER AND OBESITY INITIATIVE FACULTY in Iowa City, Iowa
IOWA CANCER AND OBESITY INITIATIVE FACULTYRequisition # 74813[Position Basics Type of Position TENURE-TRACK Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled Advertising Started on: Monday, May 22nd, 2023 College: Carver College of Medicine Department: Surgery Salary Salary: Commensurate Position Details Full/Part Time Status: Full Time Position Description: ]{#0}
The University of Iowa is recruiting an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor for appointment in either the Department(s) of Surgery, Pathology, Molecular Physiology and Biophysics or Neuroscience and Pharmacology. This is a tenure or tenure-track position that includes a 12-month appointment, fringe benefits, and a competitive startup package. This appointment may be renewed dependent on external funding.
Given the rising rates of obesity and the obesity-increased risk in multiple types of cancer, the Holden Comprehensive Cancer (HCCC) at the Carver College of Medicine, University of Iowa (https://cancer.uiowa.edu/) recently established a new Iowa Cancer and Obesity Initiative (ICOI) to promote institutional and state-wide cancer and obesity research. In collaboration with different academic Departments at the Carver College of Medicine, the ICOI is currently seeking outstanding and innovative faculty with expertise in the following research areas:
Obesity-associated chronic inflammation and cancer risk
Lipid metabolism in cancer/immune cells
Immunoregulation in obesity
Obesity-associated cancer therapy
Successful candidates will join the growing, cross-disciplinary ICOI with a highly collaborative and research-intensive community. The newly formed ICOI will collaborate with other major research programs, including Cancer Genes and Pathways, Experimental Therapeutics, Free Radical Metabolism and Imaging, and Cancer Epidemiology and Population Science at HCCC to provide opportunities for innovative translational research.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
Education Requirement:
Candidates must have a PhD and/or MD degree or equivalent and applicable training to support the appointment, including clinical training where appropriate.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have previous records consistent with appointment as a tenure-track professor. This includes a PhD or MD degree or equivalent and an outstanding record of accomplishments in research, teaching, service.
Strong Publication Record.
Funded research program in the field of cancer and obesity or immunoregulation in cancer/obesity associations.
Candidates will need to demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Certifications:
For appropriately board-certified MD/PhD candidates, any area of clinical expertise in Pathology and Surgery will be considered.
Desirable Qualifications:
Interest in and experience with cancer/obesity link, cancer immunotherapy, nutrition or lipid metabolism is desired.
Federal or Foundation funding as principal investigator desired.
Online Application Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Name and Contact Information of References Letter of Interest Number of References: 3
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Contact Information Contact:
Julie A Portz - julie-portz@uiowa.edu Cmed-Surgery Colloton Pavilion 160 Hawkins Drive 1562 JCP Iowa City, IA 52242 Phone: 319-356-2196
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in
The Office of Institutional Equity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or
fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
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Department of Public Safety at 319/335-5022.
The University of Iowa prohibits discrimination in employment or in its educational programs and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preference. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies.