UNIV - Pediatric Oncology and Cellular Therapy Faculty - Pediatrics: Darby Children's Research Institute

Job Description Summary

We are pleased to announce an opening for a tenure track faculty position in pediatric oncology at the rank of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor. This position is a joint recruiting effort between the Division of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics, the Darby Children’s Research Institute, the Hollings Cancer Center, and the Integrated Center for Cellular Therapy at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, South Carolina.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001013 COM PEDS Children's Research Institute CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

We are pleased to announce an opening for a tenure track faculty position in pediatric oncology at the rank of Assistant Professor and Associate Professor. This position is a joint recruiting effort between the Division of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics, the Darby Children’s Research Institute, the Hollings Cancer Center, and the Integrated Center for Cellular Therapy at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, South Carolina.  We are searching for a physician scientist studying immune-based approaches for the treatment of childhood cancers, with particular interest in CAR T or other cell therapies. However, other immunological research areas, such as the role of immune cells in the tumor microenvironment, mechanisms of immune suppression, and the development of novel immunotherapies will be considered.    

MUSC Minimum Requirements:

M.D. or M.D. Equivalent

Applicants must have a MD or MD, PhD with a record of research accomplishments and peer reviewed publications.

Successful candidates will be expected to maintain a vigorous, nationally recognized translational and clinical research program. We offer competitive start-up funding, well-designed laboratory space, and access to state-of-art core facilities that includes mentors to support wellness and career growth and development.

We will offer a competitive start-up package, well-designed laboratory space, and access to state-of-art core facilities. The Medical University of South Carolina is strongly supported by an NCI designated Hollings Cancer Center, a top ranked Department of Pediatrics whose ranking keeps climbing, and new MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, and a Cellular Therapy Program designated as over-performing by the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research, which together provide outstanding childhood cancer care. The Medical University of South Carolina is located in the charming city of Charleston, which maintains a unique blend of vibrant historical culture with a surging high-tech economy, and a balanced lifestyle that includes beautiful beaches and other outdoor activities. Charleston has been named the Top U.S. Small City for the tenth consecutive year by Conde Nast Traveler 2020 Readers' Choice Awards and is consistently given top honors as a most desirable place to live.

Interested candidates should send a copy of their curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a 1-2 page research summary, together as a single PDF document to to Michelle Hudspeth, MD at hudspeth@musc.edu and Ms. Jasmine Ballentine at ballentj@musc.edu.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 1