Center for Childhood Cancer Research (CCCR)
Posting Department: Pediatrics
Posted Date: 12/21/2011
Expire Date: 12/20/2013
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Center for Childhood Cancer Research (CCCR) at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for several Associate, Full, and/or Assistant Professor positions in the tenure track. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Applicants must have an M.D and/or Ph.D or equivalent degree. Sufficient postdoctoral or fellowship experience to demonstrate accomplishments, independence and outstanding promise.
The faculty appointment will be in the Department of Pediatrics or Pathology & Laboratory Medicine or an appropriate department at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, depending on the scientific expertise of the final candidate.
The successful applicants will be expected to establish and maintain independent, extramurally funded research programs in basic mechanisms of cancer pathogenesis and progression with strong emphasis on pediatric malignancies. All areas of cancer biology will be considered; however, a premium will be put on multi-disciplinary interactions with existing faculty. Current CCCR strengths include cancer genomics, DNA damage responses, non-coding RNAs, the Hedgehog signaling pathway, tumor microenviroment, and developmental therapeutics.
Launched in 2007 as a bold initiative aimed at curing more patients with childhood cancer, the CCCR is a Center of Emphasis at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute. It represents a highly integrated basic, translational, and clinical research environment dedicated to eradicating the pain and suffering caused by cancer in children. John Maris, MD, an internationally recognized expert in pediatric oncology, is the inaugural Director fo the CCCR. More information about the CCCR can be found at: http://www.research.chop.edu/programs/cccr
The CCCR is located in the newly-constructed, state-of-the-art Colket Translational Research Building, certified as Leadership in Energy and Environment Design by the U.S. Green Building Council. It is the first in a series of buildings to be constructed on Children's Hospital's new South Campus, adjacent to Penn and in the heart of the University City District of Philadelphia. Philadelphia is a historic city offering a unique blend of centuries-old architecture, vibrant culter, diverse outdoors opportunities, and an outstanding quality of life.
Dr. Andrei Thomas-Tikhonenko is the Chair of the CCCR Basic Scientist Search Committee. Positions will remain open until filled.
We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense.
The University of Pennsylvania and The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are equal opportunity, affirmative action employers.
Apply for this position online at: http://www.med.upenn.edu/apps/faculty_ad/index.php/g/d2815
The faculty appointment will be in the Department of Pediatrics or Pathology & Laboratory Medicine or an appropriate department at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, depending on the scientific expertise of the final candidate.
The successful applicants will be expected to establish and maintain independent, extramurally funded research programs in basic mechanisms of cancer pathogenesis and progression with strong emphasis on pediatric malignancies. All areas of cancer biology will be considered; however, a premium will be put on multi-disciplinary interactions with existing faculty. Current CCCR strengths include cancer genomics, DNA damage responses, non-coding RNAs, the Hedgehog signaling pathway, tumor microenviroment, and developmental therapeutics.
Launched in 2007 as a bold initiative aimed at curing more patients with childhood cancer, the CCCR is a Center of Emphasis at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute. It represents a highly integrated basic, translational, and clinical research environment dedicated to eradicating the pain and suffering caused by cancer in children. John Maris, MD, an internationally recognized expert in pediatric oncology, is the inaugural Director fo the CCCR. More information about the CCCR can be found at: http://www.research.chop.edu/programs/cccr
The CCCR is located in the newly-constructed, state-of-the-art Colket Translational Research Building, certified as Leadership in Energy and Environment Design by the U.S. Green Building Council. It is the first in a series of buildings to be constructed on Children's Hospital's new South Campus, adjacent to Penn and in the heart of the University City District of Philadelphia. Philadelphia is a historic city offering a unique blend of centuries-old architecture, vibrant culter, diverse outdoors opportunities, and an outstanding quality of life.
Dr. Andrei Thomas-Tikhonenko is the Chair of the CCCR Basic Scientist Search Committee. Positions will remain open until filled.
We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense.
The University of Pennsylvania and The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are equal opportunity, affirmative action employers.
Apply for this position online at: http://www.med.upenn.edu/apps/faculty_ad/index.php/g/d2815