Assistant, Associate or Professor for Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Oncology at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job Title	Assistant, Associate or Professor for Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Oncology
Requisition Number	FE04230
Working Title
Department Name	7H025:CANCER CENTER-CORE SUPPORT
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Type of Position	Faculty
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Tenure Track Status	Tenure Track
Required Education	PhD or equivalent
Required Related Experience	Research areas of interest include cancer prevention and control, and cancer survivorship and/or supportive oncology
Required License/Registration/Certification	NA
Job Summary	The University of Kentucky NCI-designated Comprehensive Markey Cancer Center is seeking exceptional Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor candidates for tenure track, regular title series positions, with a focus on individuals who lead independent research programs in cancer survivorship and/or supportive oncology. Survivorship research that spans the continuum from point of diagnosis to end of life is welcome. Multiple hires are expected. An attractive startup package, premium and contiguous space, and excellent benefits will be provided (https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits). Markey Cancer Center’s Cancer Prevention and Control Program is undergoing tremendous growth within the area of cancer survivorship, catalyzed by a new survivorship research initiative to bolster research infrastructure and foster clinical and community partnerships with researchers. Survivorship researchers with expertise in dissemination and implementation science, cancer care delivery, and/or health equity are especially of interest. Leadership opportunities within the Markey Cancer Center may be available, depending on candidate interests and experience. Qualified candidates will have an active research portfolio of extramurally funded, rigorous and innovative research in cancer survivorship, or show strong potential to obtain extramural funds. They should demonstrate a commitment to mentoring undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate, junior faculty, and/or clinician scientists, commensurate with rank, and demonstrate a desire and ability to work collaboratively across disciplines. The ideal candidate will help further the intellectual excellence and impact of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program. At Markey Cancer Center, we firmly believe that diverse and inclusive communities fuel the intellectual curiosity and innovation critical to achieving a cancer-free tomorrow. Our commitment extends to the recruitment and retention of an increasingly inclusive faculty, which is needed to best serve our catchment area and reduce cancer burden for all. As Markey Cancer Center is a university-based matrix cancer center, it is anticipated that faculty hired into this position will have an academic appointment in the department most aligned with their discipline. This may include the College of Medicine (e.g., Behavioral Science, Family Medicine), College of Public Health (e.g., Epidemiology & Environmental Health), College of Arts & Sciences (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Neuroscience), College of Health Sciences, or College of Nursing, all contiguously located in Lexington. The University of Kentucky is located in the beautiful, progressive, and accessible city of Lexington, with more than 320,000 residents, high quality of life, affordability, and a well-educated population. Markey Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center that is dedicated to alleviating the cancer burden across Kentucky and beyond through the delivery of high-quality cancer care with a focus on Kentucky and its most vulnerable populations through research, prevention, treatment, education, and community engagement. Markey has been recognized as a Top 50 Cancer Center by U.S. News & World Report since 2017, and its location adjacent to the UK HealthCare campus facilitates vibrant, multi-disciplinary collaboration across UK’s health profession colleges and beyond. The center’s statewide affiliate network expands its reach to community hospitals, bolstering efforts to equitably reach the populations representative of Kentucky’s demographics. IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position you must fully complete the online application. You will also be required to upload 1) a cover letter with a description of your research interests and future research plans, 2) a current CV, and 3) three separate letters of recommendation as Specific Requests 1, 2, and 3, respectively. Applications will be reviewed by a faculty search committee, and competitive candidates will receive an invitation for interview. Job posting will remain open until positions are filled.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Research focus in cancer survivorship and/or supportive oncology, supervision, leadership, technical writing, creative thinking, collaboration
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	Yes
Preferred Education/Experience	PhD or equivalent with research areas of interest include cancer prevention and control, and cancer survivorship and/or supportive oncology, active research portfolio of extramurally funded, rigorous and innovative research in cancer survivorship
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled	Yes
Our University Community	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

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   • Latinos in Higher Education
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vita
2. Cover Letter
3. Specific Request 1
4. Specific Request 2
5. Specific Request 3

Optional Documents

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