The Gruber Lab seeks an Instructor to work at the intersection of breast cancer clinical datasets and molecular oncology. The candidate is expected to use mentored training to develop an independent research program within the lab that should be competitive for promotion onto faculty track within a few years. There is an expectation to work closely with molecular biologists to design and perform wet lab experiments to confirm patient-related findings and/or perform bioinformatics analyses of multi-omic datasets.

A background in clinical oncology and translational research is required as is biostatistical knowledge, prior work with patient datasets and a strong publication track record.  

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

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