Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Pathology & Lab Medicine (Tenure Track) (Multiple Positions)
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Location: Tucson, AZ 85705
Description:
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, Pathology & Lab Medicine (Tenure Track) (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number
req21776
Department
Pathology and Lab Medicine
Department Website Link
https://pathology.arizona.edu/
Medical Sub-Speciality
Pathology: Clinical
Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address
1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA
Position Highlights
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Arizona, Tucson is seeking key research leaders in a variety of cancer and non-cancer related specialties to integrate with initiatives at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center (UAHS). The College of Medicine includes 17 clinical departments and 5 basic science departments. In addition, there are 8 Centers (AZ Arthritis Center, AZ Center for Telemedicine, Sarver Heart Center, Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, Thomas D. Boyer Liver Institute, Center on Aging, Valley Fever Center of Excellence, and the University of Arizona Cancer Center). The UACC includes 3 major programs in Cancer Biology, Cancer Prevention and Control, and Clinical and Translational Oncology. Areas of particular interest to the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine include, but are not limited to, gastrointestinal cancers and pre-cancers, dermatologic cancer, hematologic malignancies/bone marrow transplant, breast cancer (Ginny L. Clements Breast Cancer Research Institute), as well as new campus-wide initiatives in tissue biobanking.
The Department therefore seeks visionary scientists or physician/scientists to collaborate with investigators in the Arizona Health Sciences Campus and the UACC in particular. Candidates should have an outstanding record of research accomplishments and are expected to bring or develop an active extramurally-funded research program.
These positions will each include a comprehensive start-up package, providing all the resources necessary for success. The selected candidates will have the privilege of working in a highly collaborative environment in newly renovated laboratory space within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and supported by a generous budget for equipment and personnel.
In partnership with Banner University Medical Center, we are committed to improving the health of patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases, particularly as related to the diverse ethnic population of the Southwestern United States.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities:
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Rank
To be Determined
Tenure Information
Tenure Track (T/TE)
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
DOE
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
2
Target Hire Date
4/7/2025
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr Lisa Rimsza | lrimsza@arizona.edu
Open Date
2/5/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.
Posting Number
req21776
Department
Pathology and Lab Medicine
Department Website Link
https://pathology.arizona.edu/
Medical Sub-Speciality
Pathology: Clinical
Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address
1501 N. Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85724 USA
Position Highlights
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Arizona, Tucson is seeking key research leaders in a variety of cancer and non-cancer related specialties to integrate with initiatives at the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center (UAHS). The College of Medicine includes 17 clinical departments and 5 basic science departments. In addition, there are 8 Centers (AZ Arthritis Center, AZ Center for Telemedicine, Sarver Heart Center, Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, Thomas D. Boyer Liver Institute, Center on Aging, Valley Fever Center of Excellence, and the University of Arizona Cancer Center). The UACC includes 3 major programs in Cancer Biology, Cancer Prevention and Control, and Clinical and Translational Oncology. Areas of particular interest to the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine include, but are not limited to, gastrointestinal cancers and pre-cancers, dermatologic cancer, hematologic malignancies/bone marrow transplant, breast cancer (Ginny L. Clements Breast Cancer Research Institute), as well as new campus-wide initiatives in tissue biobanking.
The Department therefore seeks visionary scientists or physician/scientists to collaborate with investigators in the Arizona Health Sciences Campus and the UACC in particular. Candidates should have an outstanding record of research accomplishments and are expected to bring or develop an active extramurally-funded research program.
These positions will each include a comprehensive start-up package, providing all the resources necessary for success. The selected candidates will have the privilege of working in a highly collaborative environment in newly renovated laboratory space within the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and supported by a generous budget for equipment and personnel.
In partnership with Banner University Medical Center, we are committed to improving the health of patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases, particularly as related to the diverse ethnic population of the Southwestern United States.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and sustain research in the department in collaboration with departmental, UACC, and medical campus initiatives.
- Engage with the clinical units and Banner University Medical Group physicians to advance the translational aspects of their research program.
- Participate in the education of medical students as well as pathology residents and fellows.
- Provide clinicalinpatient/outpatient services with a direct impact on patient care.
- Participate in clinical practice of the department based on area of expertise.
- Contribute to teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.
Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge and experience related to area of specialty.
- Teaching skills.
- Grant preparation and management skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD with or without clinical certification, or MD, DO, MD/PhD, or DO/PhD degree.
- Experience and funding history in basic and translational science.
- Board Certification in Pathology (appropriate subspecialties).
- Obtain Arizona Medical License by hire date.
- Meet University of Arizonacriteria for appointment to a tenure or tenure eligible faculty position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Extramural funding.
- Experience in cancer research, particularly translational studies or biobanking.
- Track record of unique subspecialty.
- Experience in programmatic development.
- Clinical expertise as applicable.
Rank
To be Determined
Tenure Information
Tenure Track (T/TE)
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
DOE
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
2
Target Hire Date
4/7/2025
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Dr Lisa Rimsza | lrimsza@arizona.edu
Open Date
2/5/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.