Urology - Research Faculty-Tenure Track (Associate or Professor)

The Ohio State University•Columbus, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio State University is seeking nationally or internationally recognized investigators for a unique cluster hire in genitourinary cancer research. This initiative, supported by the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) and the College of Medicine in partnership with the Department of Urology, aims to foster synergy across departments and colleges to establish Ohio State as a national leader in genitourinary cancer research. Successful candidates will hold a full-time faculty appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level, or exceptional Assistant Professors with demonstrated independence. They will be expected to engage in collaborative research, contribute to the training and mentorship of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and clinical fellows, and possess a doctoral degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent) with a record of sustained extramural funding and impactful scholarly publication. Exceptional candidates may be eligible for endowed positions and leadership opportunities.

Requirements

Hold a doctoral degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent) in a relevant field of study or possess equivalent experience.
Currently hold a full-time faculty appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level, or be an exceptional Assistant Professor with demonstrated, faculty-equivalent independence (e.g., PI on a major peer-reviewed award such as an NIH R01 or equivalent).
Have established independent and impactful research programs in areas relevant to genitourinary malignancies, with particular applicability to bladder and/or prostate cancer.
Demonstrate a record of sustained extramural funding and impactful scholarly publication.
Possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
Have a strong commitment to teamwork.
Have the ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
A medical degree or a terminal research degree (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
An actively funded research program in basic or translational research relevant to bladder and/or prostate cancers.
A record of scholarly achievement and a history of sustained funding at the level appropriate to the applicant’s seniority and professional experience.
Demonstrated potential for successfully teaching and mentoring students, trainees, and/or junior faculty.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills for work in an interdisciplinary department.
Qualifications for an academic appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank in the Department of Urology.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional candidates will be eligible for consideration for endowed positions and leadership opportunities aligned with their expertise and record of achievement.

Responsibilities

Engage in collaborative research that strengthens and expands existing institutional partnerships.
Contribute to the training and mentorship of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and clinical fellows.
Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that cultivates the next generation of scientific and clinical leaders in oncology.
Conduct research relevant to genitourinary malignancies, with particular applicability to bladder and/or prostate cancer.
Contribute to the academic development of trainees across all levels.