- Hematopoietic stem cell biology:
- Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation:
- Therapeutic gene manipulation:
- Drug discovery and development:
- Conduct state-of-the-art research applicable to curative therapies for sickle cell disease and other hematological disorders.
- Partner with the Aflac Sickle Cell Disease Program Director and translational and clinical research leaders to integrate the research and clinical components of the Sickle Cell Disease Program of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center.
- Provide academic leadership and professional mentorship for faculty, fellows, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and students focused on hematopoiesis, stem cell biology and sickle cell disease pathophysiology.
- Lead the Atlanta Sickle Cell Disease Consortium of basic science researchers and expand and strengthen collaborations with investigators from other divisions and departments at Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State and Morehouse School of Medicine, with the goal of building a nationally pre-eminent sickle cell disease program. Collaborate with investigators at other Georgia- based research universities and schools of medicine as appropriate, especially with member institutions of the Georgia Research Alliance ( ).
- Participate in the Graduate Division of Biological and Biomedical Sciences at Emory and Graduate Education in Biomedical Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine to foster graduate student education and training.
- Strengthen academic ties and develop extramurally funded joint projects between Emory and Morehouse Schools of Medicine.
- Participate in the leadership of the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center by serving on the Aflac Executive Committee.
- Represent Children's, Emory, and Morehouse School of Medicine at the national/international level.
- MD, DO, or PhD degree
- Qualifications for appointment as Professor at Emory University and Morehouse School of Medicine
- National and/or international leadership and recognition in the scientific field related to sickle cell and other hematological disorders
- A strong record of academic excellence/achievement and funding as an independent investigator
- A record of mentorship of faculty to support growth in research and scholarship
- Experience in service or leadership in an academic or scientific program.
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Senior Scientist, Sickle Cell Disease Program - Atlanta, United States - Emory Healthcare/Emory University
Description
Discover Your Career at Emory University
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future.
Description
The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (Children's), Emory University School of Medicine (Emory) and Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) are partnering with the Georgia Research Alliance in a $16M expansion of Georgia's Sickle Cell Disease Program.
This expansion is supported by investments from the Georgia Research Alliance, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University, and Morehouse School of Medicine.
This initiative will focus on the development, testing, and implementation of new therapies in sickle cell disease and includes the addition of four faculty positions at the Emory and Morehouse Schools of Medicine.
The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, the Emory University Department of Pediatrics, and Morehouse School of Medicine invite qualified applicants to apply for the keystone position of this initiative as the Calvin Smyre/Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar.
We seek a national/international leader in basic science research applicable to curative therapies for sickle cell disease and other hematological disorders.
This position offers a wealth of opportunities for research collaborations within Emory and Morehouse Schools of Medicine clinical and basic science departments, Grady Hospital, Winship Cancer Institute, Emory's Rollins School of Public Health, Georgia Institute of Technology, Augusta University/Medical College of Georgia, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Successful candidates will have:
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University have worked together since 1956, facilitating leading-edge pediatric research, training, and innovation.
Hematologists on the faculty of Morehouse School of Medicine have provided clinical care and research in the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center for more than 20 years.
Together, our partnerships advance research and facilitate evidence-based quality care for children.In 2022 the Emory Department of Pediatrics was the #1 ranked pediatric department in National Institutes of Health research funding.
The program has maintained a top five ranking since 2016.This position will have appointments at Emory, Children's and Morehouse School of Medicine, and will help strengthen the collaborative relationship between Emory, Children's and Morehouse School of Medicine.
Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.
Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law.
Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination.
Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.
Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
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Job Number _125003_
Job Type _Regular Full-Time_
Division _Emory+Children's Ped Institute_
Department _
SOMPI:
Sickle Cell_
Campus Location (For Posting) : City _Atlanta_
_Location :
Name_ _Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor_
This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: _Position involves clinical patient contact., Working in a laboratory, Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials._
Required Documents _List of References_
