The Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is recruiting a senior laboratory research PhD scientist or MD/PhD physician-scientist to lead and substantially build the department’s Radiation and Molecular Oncology section. The section has existing strengths within mechanistic studies of DNA damage/repair and radiotherapy translation in combination with novel systemic therapies. There is a strong strategic desire to expand/enhance research into realms of immune and metabolic modulation of cancer behavior or other novel areas to understand and defeat cancer.The director will carry out independent investigation but also provide section leadership and, with the help of department staff, oversee research investigators and day-to-day operations of a large research infrastructure, including existing core facilities and 25,000 sq. ft. of laboratory space assigned to multiple researchers in the department. Candidate will report directly to the department Chair. The section currently has 18 faculty, including 10 principal investigators. Successful candidate will be provided resources to fund research, recruit additional research faculty, and develop integrated programs with both the Clinical and Medical Physics and Engineering divisions of the department. Candidates should have an interest in initiating new translational projects and collaborative research both within and outside the department, as well as those associated with the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center.Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Candidates who intend to maintain a clinical practice must have a medical degree from an ACGME-approved medical school or equivalent and have completed a radiation oncology residency program from an approved institution.Qualified applicants should apply at and should attach a current curriculum vitae.Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit:
