Applications are invited for the

position at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MDACC). The mission of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Oncology is to enable and apply basic research excellence to significantly contribute to #endcancer. The department's research scope aligns with MDACC's strategic planning and initiatives, namely, to foster breakthrough discovery and team science. As a basic science department at MDACC, the department strives to lead cutting-edge basic research by establishing an outstanding research group focused on the molecular and cellular aspects of cancer research, particularly in dissecting alterations of cancer cells and crosstalk between tumor and tumor microenvironment that drive tumor initiation, progression, metastasis, and resistance to therapies. The department's research interests include, but are not limited to, signaling networks and interactomes in diverse types of cancer, DNA damage and repairs, epigenetics, RNA biology, protein modification and function, metabolism, structural biology, functional genomics and multi-omics; communication between and co-evolution of tumor cells and tumor microenvironment propelling cancer metastasis and therapeutic resistance. The department hosts the institutional Functional Genomics Core supported by the Cancer Center Supporting Grant of MDACC. The chair will cultivate a collaborative environment to maximize the impact of institutional investments and leverage our unique resources as the largest and top-ranking cancer center in the US to advance multidisciplinary domain expertise and technology development and build bridges to promote collaboration with clinical colleagues. The chair will foster an environment that values and prioritizes education and encourages faculty involvement in the departmental educational programs for training graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical fellows in interdisciplinary research.

To accomplish the mission of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Oncology, ideal applicants should meet the following prerequisites:

· Be recognized nationally and internationally in their research field

· Demonstrate skills in programmatic development and evaluation, including negotiation of agreements with research, clinical, or industry partners

· Have research objectives that complement and contribute to the research-driven patient care mission of the institution

· Demonstrate administrative competence to ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the department, resolving operational issues, and managing financial and human resources

· Have enriched experience as an academic role model in cultivating a nurturing collegial environment for faculty and trainees

· Display dedication to the continuous support and growth, and well-being of the department, its faculty, and its mission and to exemplify our core values of Caring, Integrity, Discovery, Safety and Stewardship.

To accomplish the mission of the Department of Molecular and Cellular Oncology, ideal applicants should meet the following prerequisites:

· Be recognized nationally and internationally in their research field

· Demonstrate skills in programmatic development and evaluation, including negotiation of agreements with research, clinical, or industry partners

· Have research objectives that complement and contribute to the research-driven patient care mission of the institution

· Demonstrate administrative competence to ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the department, resolving operational issues, and managing financial and human resources

· Have enriched experience as an academic role model in cultivating a nurturing collegial environment for faculty and trainees

· Display dedication to the continuous support and growth, and well-being of the department, its faculty, and its mission and to exemplify our core values of Caring, Integrity, Discovery, Safety and Stewardship.

Ideal applicants must be established in a field of research related to oncology-driven research that focuses on fundamental mechanistic discoveries and their translation to humans. Candidates should be at the rank of full professor or comparable administrative position and have demonstrated considerable ability and meaningful contributions to education and mentoring of trainees and junior faculty. Applicants must have a doctoral degree (MD, Ph.D., or equivalent) from an accredited academic institution. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is committed to building a diverse community of faculty and encourages women and minorities to apply.

Inquiries and Applications: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has retained the services of Dr. Josh Ward at the executive search firm Korn Ferry to conduct this important search. Applicants should submit (in two separate PDFs): An up-to-date and detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest (2-4 pages) describing your interest in the role of Department Chair, why you believe you would be successful in the role based on your professional experience, and why now is a good time for you to consider this opportunity. Please also share how diversity, equity, and inclusion factor into your past and present work. For priority consideration, please submit all application materials by September 13, 2023. The two PDF documents should be sent directly to Dr. Josh Ward at Josh.Ward@KornFerry.com .

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