Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting DetailsPosting Details

Job Title

Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery

Requisition Number

FE02677

Working Title

Department Name

7H853:NEUROSURGERY

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Type of Position

Faculty

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Tenure Track Status

Non-Tenure Track

Required Education

PhD or equivalent

Required Related Experience

na

Required License/Registration/Certification

na

Job Summary

The Department of Neurosurgery is seeking an Assistant Professor to design, conduct and interpret original research that focuses on cancer epigenetics and therapeutic targets of malignant glioma. The faculty member in this position will report directly to the Chair of the Department of Neurology. As the faculty member will share laboratory space with a senior faculty mentor, the faculty mentor will assume the administrative direction of the faculty member. Requirements of the position include developing an independent research program investigating cancer epigenetics while working as part of a research group on cancer epigenetics and novel therapeutic targets of malignant glioma. This position will also maintain experimental records, protocols, and analyses, maintain productivity in research and compete successfully for extramural funding, as well as supervise laboratory technicians and other personnel in carrying out laboratory procedures and experimental studies. Please include a CV along with application.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

Yes

University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

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1. * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
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   • Yes
   • No
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   • Indeed.com
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita

Optional Documents

1. Resume

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