Asst Professor - Tenure Track

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor position from candidates with a PhD, or equivalent degree, with a record of outstanding training in glioblastoma research, expertise in DNA damage response, oncolytic virus research, memory T cell study and natural killer (NK) cell therapy. The successful candidate should exhibit evidence of obtaining federal funding. This is a full-time position in the Department of Neurosurgery. We expect the primary appointment to be in our Neurosurgery Department with the potential for cross-affiliation with other departments.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
1. Conduct glioblastoma research
2. Originate research ideas
3. Analyze data and write manuscripts for publications
4. Obtain research funding through grant proposals (e.g. NIH funding)
5. Supervise undergraduate, graduate students, junior scientists and postdocs working on related research projects

Required Qualifications:
* PhD in Microbiology or related field
* Expertise in oncolytic herpes simplex virus (oHSV) therapy for brain tumor
* Expertise in conducting murine intracranial glioblastoma models
* Record of obtaining federal funding
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others
* Strong record of presenting research results through publications and conference abstracts

Preferred Qualifications:
* Expertise in the study of oHSV therapy as it relates to DNA damage response (DDR) for glioblastoma treatment
* Expertise in the study of combination therapy of oHSV and pharmacological inhibitors targeting DDR
* Expertise in the study of poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase inhibitor (PARPi) for glioblastoma treatment
* Expertise in the study of ataxia-telangectasia and Rad3 related inhibitor (ATRi) for glioblastoma treatment
* Expertise in studies involving patient-derived glioblastoma stem cells (GSCs)
* Expertise in studies involving intracranial glioblastoma xenograft models, genetically engineered murine glioblastoma models and patient-derived glioblastoma ex vivo models
* Expertise in studies involving glioblastoma tumor microenvironment
* Expertise in studies involving viral-specific tissue-resident memory CD8+ T (TRM) cells in
glioblastoma
* Expertise in studies involving NK cell therapy for glioblastoma
* Expertise in molecular biology techniques, including immuno-blotting, coprecipitation studies,
qPCR, ChIP, flow cytometry and immunofluorescence
* Expertise in mouse work, including intracranial, i.v., i.p., and s.c. injections, and in vivo
bioluminescent imaging

The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Minnesota is a well-balanced program with significant achievements in teaching, clinical programs and research. The University of Minnesota is one of the highest ranked public universities in research. The successful applicant will receive training in, and be expected to participate in the design, implementation and evaluation of experiments related to on-going NIH funded research.

Pay Range: $90,000 - $125,000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position requires that you attach a CV, cover letter and a list of three (3) professional references.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).