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Assistant Professor
1 week ago
Louisiana State University Healthcare Network: New Orleans Baton Rouge, United StatesThe LSU Health Sciences Center, Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology in New Orleans, LA, seeks an enthusiastic and dynamic clinician-scientist with experience in viral-related malignancies. Academic appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, ...
Assistant Professor of Viral Oncology - Baton Rouge, United States - Louisiana State University
Description
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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Professor of Viral Oncology
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUAM VetMed - School of Pathobiological Sciences (Konstantin G Kousoulas
Work Location:
1521 Veterinary Medicine
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
The Department of Pathobiological Sciences in the School of Veterinary Medicine (Vet Med) at Louisiana State University and A&M College (LSU) invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant level.
Job Responsibilities:
75% - Research: Performs research in viral oncology.
Develops and maintains a competitive laboratory funded by federal and other sources and publishes research results in highly reputable journals.
25% - Teaching: Teaches in the veterinary professional curriculum and the departmental graduate program and participates in other educational activities of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
DVM, Ph.
D., or equivalent with 3 years of postdoctoral experience. A record of participation in funded research and high impact peer-reviewed publications. Experience in viral oncology, cancer research, or immunology.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.
D. in Biomedical Sciences with record of significant participation in research activities as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are essential for the position. Clearly defined research plans in infectious diseases, immunology and/or immunology and cancer.
Special and Physical Qualifications:
Safety and Security Sensitive Job - Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property.
Essential Personnel - This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
FERPA - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services.
Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center.
In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency.
The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.
Required to be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching above the shoulder, reaching below the shoulder, vision near sight, vision far sight, climbing, crawling, twisting, pushing/pulling, grasping, and squatting.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.
Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at or emailed
Additional
Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide your cover letter, CV, a summary of research interests and future directions, and contact information (name, address, phone, e-mail) of at least three references.
Review of applications will begin September 1, 2023. To ensure consideration applications need to be submitted before October 31, 2023. For additional information, please contact Dr. K. Gus Kousoulas, PBS Department Head )
Closing Date (October 31, 2023)
Posting Date:
September 27, 2023
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.
Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
Y
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e
g, resumes, RS:
17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at or email For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.