UNIV - Open Rank Faculty - ICCT- Advanced Cell Therapy
About The Position
The Integrated Center for Cellular Therapy (ICCT) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and the MUSC College of Medicine invite applications for a full-time, open rank, tenure-track faculty position in the field of advanced cell therapy. Faculty rank and home department will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. We seek exceptional candidates whose research focuses on the development, engineering and translation of innovative cell-based therapies, including, but not limited to stem cell biology, regenerative medicine, gene modified cell therapy and cell manufacturing technologies for the treatment of autoimmune, genetic, inflammatory, neurologic and other diseases. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program, while actively contributing to and collaborating with existing cell therapy research and translational initiatives at MUSC.
Requirements
- PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in cell therapy, cell biology, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
- Postdoctoral experience with a strong record of research productivity
- Evidence of or potential for securing independent funding (e.g., NIH R01, foundation grants).
- Senior applicants should demonstrate a sustained track record of high-impact research and leadership.
Nice To Haves
- Cell and gene therapy in autoimmune, inflammatory and other diseases
- Regenerative medicine using stem cells
- Gene therapy for rare diseases
- Gene therapy for neurological and other disorders
- Gene editing technologies and delivery systems
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead a robust independent research program related to advanced cellular therapy.
- Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across MUSC’s academic, clinical, and translational units.
- Obtain extramural funding to support research endeavors.
- Publish impactful research in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Participate in the training and mentorship of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical residents.
- Contribute to the strategic growth of the ICCT’s translational and clinical research initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
