Description

University of Colorado Denver I Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine, Department of Surgery – Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Research Assistant Professor

Position # 00797387 – Requisition # 26066

 

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Position Emphasis: 

We are recruiting a motivated Research Assistant Professor to join Dr. Zhirui Wang’s laboratory to develop broad-spectrum diphtheria toxin-based recombinant immunotoxins for cancer treatment and transplantation tolerance induction. Wang lab’s main interest and expertise is using a unique diphtheria toxin resistant yeast Pichia pastoris expression system as a platform to develop diphtheria toxin-based recombinant immunotoxins for specific depletion of targeted cell populations. Wang lab has established systems and long-term success experience with the entire recombinant immunotoxin development including in vitro efficacy analysis and in vivo efficacy characterization using such as rodent models and large animal models. This candidate will obtain external research funding support and publish in peer-reviewed journals and. This candidate will also assist PI to supervise research fellows, post-docs and other students.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $65,000 to $70,000.00

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

 Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

 

Qualifications
 Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

MD, or DVM, or Ph.D. in life science. Strong publication record in life science.10+ years of research experience in life science.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Independent research experience. 
• Independent funding application capability.
• Very experienced with different animal models.
• Very experienced with translational research.

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: May 18, 2022
Unposting Date: May 23, 2022, 11:59:00 PM