UNIV - Open Rank - Neuro-Oncology - Department of Neuroscience

Job Description Summary

The Department of Neuroscience and the Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invite applications for a tenure-track faculty member at any rank in the research area of neuro-oncology. This search is part of a multi-year strategic plan to expand neuroscience and cancer research at MUSC. We are particularly interested in applicants that employ cutting-edge technologies and approaches to understand, detect, or treat cancers of the nervous system, especially glioblastoma, as well as investigations that examine brain mechanisms and novel therapeutics associated with cancer and cancer risk.

Applicants should have a PhD and/or MD with appropriate research expertise and are expected to possess an outstanding record of high-quality publications, a strong potential to secure extramural research funding, and a clear commitment to collaboration in a welcoming community.

Successful candidates will join an expanding neuro-oncology research program between the Department of Neuroscience and HCC and receive a competitive start-up package. The Neuroscience Department consistently ranks in the top 20 in NIH awards and has a strong commitment to faculty mentoring and collegiality. HCC is an NCI-designated cancer center with more than 140 research investigators focusing on topics such as immunotherapies, cancer biology, cancer prevention, detection, and control, and development of cancer therapeutics. HCC also represents a selected list of national cancer centers with its own CAR-T cell therapy program. The Department of Neuroscience and HCC enjoy multiple NIH T32 training grants and an outstanding research community with access to numerous shared core resources.

Candidates will have the opportunity to leverage resources in a unique and supportive academic environment as they build and expand their neuro-oncology research program.

MUSC is located in the coastal city of Charleston, SC - a city known for its arts and culture, higher education, architecture, top-rated restaurants, and beautiful beaches. Charleston receives perennial honors as a most desirable place to visit and live.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a CV, a 1-page letter of interest, a 3-page statement of research focus, and contact information for three professional references to Kristen Mulholland (mulhollkmusc.edu). Please reference "Neuro-oncology search" in the subject line.

Job Requirements

• PhD, MD, or equivalent
• Ability to perform job functions in an upright position
• Ability to perform job functions in a seated position
• Ability to perform job functions while walking/moving
• Ability to work indoors
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes
• Ability to work in confined/crammed spaces
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions
• Ability to squat and perform job functions
• Ability to perform pinching operations
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders
• Ability to reach in all directions
• Possess good finger dexterity
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to lift objects up to 15 lbs. from floor level to height of 36 inches unassisted
• Ability to lower objects up to 15 lbs. from height of 36 inches to floor level unassisted
• Ability to push/pull objects up to 15 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to maintain 20-40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand
• Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects depth perception
• Good peripheral vision capabilities
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit, and business need.

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