Medical University of South Carolina - Charleston, SC
posted 29 days ago
Full-time - Senior
Charleston, SC
Educational Services
About the position
The Basic and Translational Science Faculty Member position at MUSC's Department of Surgery focuses on cancer biology, particularly in areas such as tumor microenvironment, metastatic management, and cell-based therapy. The role involves collaboration with surgeon scientists to translate biomolecular and pathophysiologic research into improved patient care. This faculty member will lead innovative research projects, mentor students and junior faculty, and contribute to the academic reputation of the department.
Responsibilities
- Identify, lead, collaborate, and co-create research projects applying basic and translational concepts to surgical interventions.
- Develop and co-develop proposals, protocols, and grant applications focused on cancer biology.
- Disseminate findings via abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations.
- Mentor students, residents, and junior faculty in research methodology, grant writing, and scholarly activities related to translational science.
- Collaborate with clinical teams to facilitate a 'bedside to bench and back' approach to advance interventions in surgical settings.
- Provide consultation to surgeons and healthcare providers on strategies for successful translation of pre-clinical models.
- Establish collaborations with other departments, institutions, and industry partners to promote interdisciplinary research.
- Participate in departmental and institutional committees focused on scientific advancement.
- Identify funding opportunities and secure grants from federal agencies, foundations, and industry sponsors to support basic and translational cancer research in surgery.
- Contribute to the academic reputation and strategic goals of the department and institution.
Requirements
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D., or equivalent) in basic research concepts to be applied to cancer biology.
- Considerable experience (typically 3-5 years) conducting research in cancer pathophysiology, ideally within surgical or healthcare settings.
- A strong record of grant funding and publications in peer-reviewed journals related to cancer biology and/or surgical outcomes.
- Experience teaching and mentoring students, residents, or junior faculty in research methods and translational science.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and across organizational boundaries.
- Flexibility to thrive in a dynamic academic environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
