Assistant Professor in The Markey Cancer Center

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Education
Posted on May 15, 2024
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Assistant Professor in The Markey Cancer Center

Requisition Number

FE04096

Working Title

Department Name

7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education

PhD or MD

Required Related Experience

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

Required License/Registration/Certification

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 https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/markey-cancer-center/research 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 https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.

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

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

    (Open Ended Question)
  2. * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Where did you first see this position advertised, other than on the UK Jobs system?
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
    • InsightintoDiversity.com
    • Academic Keys
    • Latinos in Higher Education
    • Indeed.com
    • A colleague, friend, and/or family member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Curriculum Vita
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents