Positions Available
Assistant or Associate Professor
The Canary Center for Cancer Early Detection at Stanford is a new center for the advancement of the use of in vitro and in vivo cancer diagnostic strategies. The center is recruiting several scientists to help build the in vitro diagnostics component of the program. This in vitro component will interact heavily with the Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS) which focuses on in vivo imaging strategies. The appointments will be at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the University Tenure Line or Research Line. The predominant criterion for appointment in the University Tenure Line is a major commitment to research and teaching. The major criteria for the Research Line is there must be a specific need for research that contributes to the academic program of the department.
Stanford University has made significant commitments towards the expansion of cancer diagnostics including the opening of a new building. The Canary Center is recruiting faculty across several disciplines and significant space has been provided to the program. This is an excellent opportunity for a scientist to join a rapidly expanding program in a University environment with top ranked Schools of Medicine, Engineering, and Physical Sciences. The program is also coupled to the Bio-X, which merges the Schools of Medicine, Engineering, and Humanities/Sciences and the Department of Bioengineering that is jointly supported by the Schools of Engineering and Medicine.
The successful candidate will be a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. who has significant experience in early cancer detection using in vitro strategies (e.g., blood proteomics). Researchers in areas of proteomics, novel in vitro sensor technologies, mouse models of cancer, or bioinformatics related to cancer proteomics are particularly encouraged to apply. Proven ability to develop novel assays, discover and validate biomarkers, and clinical translation of strategies is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate students, attract extramural funding for independent research and foster collaborations with various Departments and industrial partners. He/she is expected to work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of biologists, chemists, physicists, and clinicians that will lead to new approaches for diagnostics and management of cancer. Good communication and teaching skills are essential.
Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research, teaching and clinical missions.
To apply, please send your CV, the names of three referees and a brief statement of research plans and why you believe you are the right candidate for this position, to: Sam Gambhir M.D., Ph.D. Professor of Radiology and Bioengineering, Chairman, Search Committee, The James H. Clark Center, 318 Campus Drive, Room E150A, Stanford, CA 94305-5427.
Molecular Biologist (Postdoctoral Fellow) in Molecular Imaging
A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available immediately in Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford (MIPS). The successful candidate will join a research group focusing on molecular imaging of protein-protein interactions in living animals. The candidate must have a PhD, MD or equivalent with specialization in Molecular Biology. Preference will be given to candidates with a combination of the following skill-sets: cell culture assays, molecular cloning techniques with background in biochemistry and/or cell/molecular biology, protein expression and purification, bioluminescence/fluorescence imaging. Small animal handling and animal surgery are preferred. This position will remain open until filled and is renewable on an annual basis. Salary will be based on University guidelines for postdoctoral fellows, and will commensurate with experience. Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.
Submit CV with three reference letters to:
Jean G. Stevens
Administrative Associate, Department of Radiology
Canary Center at Stanford University
1501 S. California Avenue
MC 5539 / Room 2219
Palo Alto, CA 94304 U.S.A
Tel: 650.721.6159
Cell: 408.930.2806
Fax: 650.721.6921
Email: jgsteven@stanford.edu
