About the Job
The Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Minnesota is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor position on the Tenure-Track.
Job Duties:
Participate in research and educational activities and interact with postdoctoral fellows and graduate trainees.
Description:
Priority programs for the division currently include pediatric cancers including osteosarcoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, and other rare childhood diseases. Priority is placed on translationally focused research but qualified candidates with other research interests in pediatric oncology are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
Requirements include a PhD degree in Medical Biology or related field and completion of a post-doctoral fellowship with expertise in genome engineering and cancer immunobiology/immunotherapy.
About the Department
The Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology provides a rich and cooperative environment for research related to childhood and adolescent cancer and blood diseases. The division has long-standing interests in the development and testing of new agents for leukemias and solid tumors, including osteosarcoma, and brain tumors. The University of Minnesota serves as a core-member for the National Cancer Institute funded, Children's Oncology Group Pediatric Early Phase Network. The University of Minnesota's Masonic Cancer Center is a National Cancer Institute Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Together this supports the ability to efficiently translate research findings to the clinic.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $128,850; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program

