Faculty.Professor.Professor - Full-Time

University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

19d

About The Position

The Department of Medicine, Division of Malignant Hematology/Medical Oncology at the University of Pittsburgh, seeks full-time faculty at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level, in appointment or tenure-stream positions, with Professor appointments tenured. The division offers opportunities in translational research and clinical care. Candidates are expected to be established investigators with a record of extramural NIH funding and strong publications. The position includes research, direct patient care, teaching, and mentoring students, residents, and fellows.

Clinical responsibilities are expected to comprise 20% of the position, including two half-days of outpatient clinic per week (one full day) at Hillman Cancer Center or other locations reasonably requested by the Department. The faculty member is expected to treat genitourinary (GU) patients, develop leading research into novel approaches to GU cancer treatment and cures, work closely with division members and disease teams, and develop collaborations. Academic appointment and salary depend on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• MD degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible physician or physician scientist.
• Established investigator with a proven track record in extramural NIH funding.
• Strong publication record.
• Assistant Professor applicants: three or more years of experience in related scientific research; obtained or demonstrate the ability to obtain external research funding; disseminated results through peer-reviewed publications and other scientific forums; significant teaching experience; and capacity for sustained career development, promotion, and tenure.
• Associate Professor applicants: five or more years of experience in related scientific research; independent external research funding and a substantial record of peer-reviewed publications; significant teaching experience; and capacity for sustained, impactful, independent scholarly contributions and leadership.
• Professor applicants: five to seven years of service as an Associate Professor; authoritative knowledge and reputation in a recognized field; effective teaching skills; and superior stature through scholarship, professional practice, and leadership in professional and learned organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient clinical care for GU-related patients for two half-days per week (one full day), at Hillman Cancer Center or other reasonably requested Department locations; clinical work is expected to comprise 20% of the position.
• Develop leading research focused on novel approaches to GU-related cancer treatment and cures.
• Work closely with members of the division and disease teams and develop collaborations.
• Conduct research and contribute to translational research opportunities.
• Teach and mentor students, residents, and fellows.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree