Leukemia/Lymphoma Physician Scientist - Open Rank

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology seeks an innovative physician-scientist to establish and lead an independent laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric leukemia and/or lymphoma. This position is intended for an early- or mid-career investigator with a strong commitment to basic or translational research that advances understanding of leukemia/lymphoma biology and accelerates development of novel therapeutic approaches. The successful candidate will devote approximately 80% effort to research and 20% effort to clinical care. As an integral member of the Leukemia/Lymphoma Program, the faculty member will serve as a critical bridge between clinical and laboratory research initiatives, translating clinically relevant questions into impactful scientific investigations while advancing discoveries toward improved outcomes for children and adolescents with leukemia and lymphoma. The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized pediatric Leukemia/Lymphoma program with a robust clinical research footprint including substantial participation and leadership in Children's Oncology Group (COG) and Therapeutic Advances in Childhood Leukemia (TACL) clinical trials. The position provides opportunities for collaboration with established investigators across leukemia biology, cellular therapy, immunotherapy, precision medicine, and regenerative medicine programs.

Requirements

MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree.
Completion of an accredited Pediatric Hematology/Oncology fellowship.
Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
Eligible for Colorado medical licensure and DEA registration.
Demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, including peer-reviewed publications in pediatric leukemia, lymphoma, cancer biology, immunology, cellular therapy, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience conducting basic, translational, or laboratory-based research.
Current or prior federal peer-reviewed funding or major foundation support.
An established independent research program with evidence of sustained scholarly productivity and extramural funding.
Leadership roles in cooperative groups, multicenter research initiatives, disease-specific programs, or national scientific organizations.
Demonstrated success translating laboratory discoveries into clinically impactful applications.
Track record of sustained mentorship of fellows, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.
Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams and contributing to institutional strategic initiatives.
Established collaborations within cancer centers, translational science institutes, cellular therapy programs, or transplantation programs.
Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Advanced research training through a postdoctoral fellowship, physician-scientist training program, K-award, institutional career development program, or equivalent protected research experience.
Demonstrate strong potential to establish an independent research program.
Prior success obtaining pilot, foundation, society, institutional, industry-sponsored, or federal research funding.
Evidence of translational research that bridges laboratory discovery and clinical application.
Experience mentoring students, residents, fellows, or research trainees.
Demonstrated collaborative work with multidisciplinary research teams.
Interest in developing innovative research programs aligned with institutional strengths
Expertise in pediatric leukemia biology, lymphoma biology, leukemia genomics, immunotherapy, cellular therapy, immune-oncology, precision medicine, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead an independent, innovative, and externally funded laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric leukemia and/or lymphoma.
Conduct basic and/or translational research related to leukemia biology, disease progression, therapeutic resistance, or novel treatment development.
Pursue and secure extramural funding through federal agencies, foundations, industry partnerships, and philanthropic support.
Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Present research at regional, national, and international scientific meetings.
Establish productive collaborations with investigators across the University Cancer Center, the Gates Institute, and other campus research initiatives.
Contribute to the development of institutional leukemia research priorities and strategic initiatives.
Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, trainees, residents, fellows, and junior faculty members.
Participate in departmental, divisional, institutional, and national academic activities as appropriate.
Provide approximately four weeks of inpatient oncology service annually, including chemotherapy service and shared call coverage.
Maintain an outpatient leukemia clinic practice averaging approximately one clinic session every other week.
Participate in procedure clinics as needed.
Contribute to multidisciplinary patient care conferences and leukemia/lymphoma disease-specific initiatives.
Support clinical and translational research activities through collaboration with clinical trial and disease-focused teams.