University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix

University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Assistant, Associate Professor, Internal Medicine (Tenure Eligible)Posting Number: req21546Link to posting: https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/21546?c=arizonaPosition Description: The Department of Internal Medicine at The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix invites talented academic scientists to apply for this outstanding career faculty opportunity. The successful applicant will have interest and expertise in the broad area of translational research, specifically development of patient-derived organoid technology and human pluripotent stem cell biology. The applicant will have expertise in a broad area of disease indications, including cancer, lung disease, liver disease, or fibrosis. A strong track record of NIH-funding and publishing of peer-reviewed articles is required. Individuals will be expected to spend 90% of their time in research related activities, including collaborative team-based science, with an expectation to also engage in medical education and academic service.The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in the department of internal medicine, actively participate in scholarly work, teaching, clinical service, and/or and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of assistant or associate professor.The successful candidate will meet the requirements of tenure track faculty according to the College and University guidelines.Minimum Qualifications:

• D. in related field of study.
• Post-doctoral training and experience commensurate with appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.
• Demonstrated scholarly accomplishment in research.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cancer, lung, or liver organoid development.
• Current funding in the area of 3D organoid biology.
• Experience in melanoma, pancreatic cancer, GI cancers, and lung cancer.
• Experience investigating fibrotic diseases and drug development approaches.
• Experience studying fibroblast biology and/or cancer associated fibroblasts (CAFs).

Special Instructions to ApplicantApplication: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.CV and cover letter is required for to be considered for the position. One additional document will be: professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.