Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science•North Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Center for Genetic Diseases at the Chicago Medical School/Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month tenure-track Assistant Professor. This research-intensive position devotes approximately 75% effort to research. The successful candidate will establish and sustain an independent, extramurally funded research program in genetic diseases, including cancer biology. The Center is interested in candidates using innovative approaches to investigate molecular mechanisms of cancer and genetic diseases at basic science or translational levels. Relevant research may combine molecular, genetic, genomic, cellular, and/or animal-model approaches to study genome integrity and repair, genetic regulation, or genetic editing and address questions underlying disease pathogenesis. The appointee will join a collaborative group of investigators and may collaborate with researchers in other university centers. The position is appointed in the Chicago Medical School and School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, with 100% FTE salary support. The successful candidate will teach in medical and graduate programs, mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees, and provide institutional and professional service. Salary is $100,000–$120,000 based on experience; start-up packages and salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a 2–3-page research statement describing prior accomplishments and future plans, and contact information for at least three references through the electronic applicant tracking system. Applications are encouraged by December 31, 2026, for full consideration. The selected candidate is expected to start in July 2027. Employment is contingent on satisfactory background-check results.

Requirements

PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree.
4–7 years of postdoctoral research experience.
Experience with and commitment to research education and service.
Demonstrated potential to establish and maintain an externally funded research program.
Ability to work collaboratively with interprofessional faculty and staff.
Strong sense of integrity.
Teaching experience or personal commitment to and enthusiasm for education.
Commitment to upholding the institution's values.
Satisfactory results from a background check.
Mental and physical capability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Evidence of scholarly productivity through high-impact publications.
Demonstrated ability to apply for and obtain extramural funding.

Responsibilities

Establish and sustain an independent, extramurally funded research program in genetic diseases, including cancer biology.
Conduct original scholarly research, with approximately 75% effort devoted to research.
Procure research grants and other extramural funding.
Teach in medical and graduate programs, including direct instruction, curriculum management, assessment, and student advising and mentoring.
Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees.
Provide service to the College, University, and profession, including participation in school and institutional committees, peer review and study sections, and recruitment.