BMT Transplant/Cell therapy Scientist

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

Emory University is seeking a qualified applicant for an outstanding independent scientist position specialized in Blood and Marrow Transplantation to join their faculty. This role is an open rank position, with or without tenure. The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center BMT program is a leading program in the nation, featuring an extensive clinical program and a diverse, well-funded research program including basic, clinical, and translational research. The successful candidate will contribute a research focus that complements and builds upon the existing foundation. Additionally, the position offers the opportunity to join graduate programs at Emory University and recruit graduate students to their laboratories. The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center provides a rich and collaborative environment for clinical research with a well-funded Clinical Research Office. The center is ranked No. 12 in the nation for Pediatric Cancer by US News and World Report and has 125 faculty members and approximately 50 APPs conducting research in pediatric oncology and hematology disorders. The BMT program performed over 80 transplants last year. Children's Healthcare of Atlanta serves a population of over 6 million people.

Requirements

• MD, MD/PhD or PhD
• If MD, must be Board Certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology
• If MD, must be currently licensed as a physician and eligible for licensure as a physician in the State of Georgia
• A strong history of mentorship of trainees and junior faculty to support growth in research and scholarship
• A history of academic excellence/achievement
• A strong record of scholarship and proven success in obtaining extramural funding to conduct independent research within a defined area of investigation that relates to BMT and/or cellular therapies.

Responsibilities

• Bring a research focus that complements and builds on our existing foundation.
• Join graduate programs at Emory University and recruit graduate students to their laboratories.
• Work collaboratively to expand and strengthen current collaborations with investigators from other divisions and departments at Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State and the Morehouse School of Medicine.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees