Research Assistant Professor - Research Professor

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How to Apply

Candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to Amy Humbarger ([email protected]

Job Summary

A position as a Research Assistant Professor is available to study the pathobiology of leukemia, including acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and T cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL), as well as the discovery and validation of new therapy targets to treat relapsed/refractory AML and T-ALL the pathobiology of leukemia, including acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and T cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL), as well as the discovery and validation of new therapy targets to treat relapsed/refractory AML and T-ALL in the laboratory of Dr. Michael Deininger at the University of Michigan Medical School. 

Projects funded by the NIH and other sources include: (1) Clonal dynamics of aggressive systemic mastocytosis on avapritinib therapy; (2) Strategies to target BCR-ABL1 compound mutants in CML and Ph+ ALL and translating these findings to the clinic. Successful candidates will strengthen the translational research program in hematologic malignancies within the University of Michigan Department of Medicine/Division of Hematology and Oncology, and the Rogel Cancer Center. The successful candidate will strengthen the translational research program in hematologic malignancies within the University of Michigan Department of Medicine/Division of Hematology/Oncology and the Rogel Cancer Center.

Required Qualifications*

Highly motivated candidates with a Ph.D. in biological sciences are encouraged to apply. Strong evidence of scholarly ability (publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals) is expected.  Knowledge and advanced productivity in leukemia research is sought. This individual will exhibit success in taking the lead with a team of investigators. The successful candidate will join a well-established team of diverse researchers and will have the opportunity to develop independent research projects. 

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This is posted for Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor/Research Professor. Rank is determined on qualifications.

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U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.