Research Faculty - Surgery Colon and Rectal - (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Job Title Research Faculty – Surgery Colon and Rectal (Open Rank/Track Faculty) Department Medicine | Surgery Colon and Rectal Position Overview The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek a PhD or MD/PhD researcher to join the Department of Surgery, Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery. Academic rank and track are commensurate with academic record and experience. The department is actively recruiting an open‑rank faculty member with a basic or translational science research focus in colorectal cancer. Expertise in oncogenesis, treatment resistance, microbial interactions, bioinformatics, drug discovery, or immunotherapy is a plus. Candidates are expected to have an established research program with a successful record of publications and extramural funding. The position offers an extensive internal collaborative network of researchers in the University and Cancer Center and benefits from clinical collaborations and access to human specimens. Duties and Responsibilities Conceptualize, plan, design, implement, and conduct research studies; develop and write grant proposals to seek and obtain extramural funding to support the research program; obtain and maintain NIH R01 or equivalent funding. Write and publish research in high quality peer‑reviewed scientific journals; attend and present research at national and international scientific conferences; develop national and international scholarly reputation. Instruct and mentor junior scientists, doctoral and postdoctoral students, medical students, residents, and fellow trainees; participate in department, college, and university committees and initiatives. Requirements PhD or MD/PhD in an applicable field. Postdoctoral research experience in basic science research. Proven ability to write scientific reports and publish in scientific, peer‑reviewed journals. Current, active extramural grant funding (equivalent to NIH R01). Academic experience is a plus. Qualify for academic appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level – academic rank and salary will be commensurate with previous training and experience. Location Wiseman Hall (0157) Position Type Regular Scheduled Hours 40 Shift First Shift How to Apply To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Anna Godwin, Research Faculty Recruitment, View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Employment The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Ohio State University