Cancer Research Assistant Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine (UMN-CVM) is seeking two board-certified or board-eligible Medical Oncologists (ACVIM or ECVIM) as part of a multi-position hiring initiative backed by significant institutional investment, allowing for immediate peer collaboration and cohort building. Position opportunities include full-time (100% appointment) or part-time faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, contract (non-tenure, clinical) track. The salary and rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Exact effort allocations tied to the outlined responsibilities are negotiable, though it is expected that these will be clinically focused positions.
As a member of our Oncology team, you will contribute to advancing clinical care, research, training, and teaching in a collaborative academic setting. UMN-CVM offers an exceptional environment for professional development and growth.

Work will be completed on the St. Paul Campus at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. In-person work is required for the clinical component of the position at the Veterinary Medical Center, largely during traditional Monday Friday daytime hours. Didactic teaching is also done in person, though other aspects of the role may warrant flexibility for hybrid work. Positions may be part-time or full-time. This position may be eligible for visa sponsorship.

Job Responsibilities

Clinical: 60%-80%, depending on candidate's wishes
Participate in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of medical oncology cases (primarily non-urgent small animals, but also zoo/exotic and urgent/emergent cases). It is expected you will provide veterinary medical oncology consultations to local veterinarians, faculty and house officers. Clinical teaching responsibilities will include clinical instruction of interns, residents and veterinary students and continuing education for practicing veterinarians. You will work closely with other faculty, house officers, and veterinary technicians to achieve a high standard of medical care delivery.
Clinical opportunities include:
o Large teaching hospital with a wide array of specialty disciplines collaborating to provide optimal and compassionate patient care.
o State-of-the-art equipment including a 3T MRI, a 128-slice CT scanner with cardiac gating, interventional radiology suite, and a new Varian EDGE linear accelerator.
o Medical and Radiation Oncology are housed in large, windowed spaces.
o Diverse caseload from a wide referral base including multiple private-practice oncologists in the region to aid in recruitment for trials and share in the demand for care.

Research: 5%-20%
Engage in independent and/or collaborative research to advance clinical research efforts, as well as basic and translational comparative oncology.
Engage in new and ongoing clinical and translational research trials.
Research Opportunities include:
o There are numerous opportunities for cooperative, team-science-based research both within and outside the CVM, including the UMN Medical School, the UMN Masonic Cancer Center (an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center) and its Translational Working Groups.
o The UMN-CVM Clinical Investigation Center supports clinical studies and preclinical research with technical infrastructure, budgeting assistance, and study coordination according to GCP and GLP guidelines.
o The University of Minnesota is a member of the V Foundations Canine Oncology Research Consortium (CORC), the Big Ten Cancer Research Consortium, and the Comparative Oncology Trials Consortium (COTC).
o Outstanding training in grant writing is available, excellent pre-award services are provided, and there are numerous internal and external funding opportunities.

Teaching & Professional Development: 5%-15%
Contribute to the development of didactic coursework and integration into all four years of curriculum. It is expected that didactic teaching focuses on outcomes with an emphasis on active learning activities to enable our students to develop competence in clinical skills, communication, collaboration, clinical reasoning and problem solving. A student-centered philosophy of education is required.
Teaching & Professional Development opportunities include:
o Contribute to the training and mentoring of medical oncology residents, DVM students, and house officers through clinical and didactic instruction.
o Receive support and instruction for teaching from the CVM Academic and Student Affairs Office and the Center for Educational Innovation.
o Many opportunities for professional development including individual mentorship as well as training in leadership, communication, conflict management, and many others.
o Opportunities to engage with an active group of veterinary and physician researchers, graduate students, and house officers through attendance at interest groups, journal clubs, and research seminars.
o Enjoy a supportive work environment that encourages work-life balance and personal growth opportunities.

Service/Outreach: 0%-5%
Service/Outreach responsibilities may include personal development, outreach to external stakeholders and service to the CVM and other veterinary-related professional organizations. Participation in departmental and university service will be appropriate at each stage of your career progression, as is fostering a diverse, inclusive and communicative academic environment in the department and university.
Expectations of the service component of your position include providing expert advice to referring veterinarians, attending departmental and collegiate faculty meetings, and serving on departmental, collegiate, and university committees.

DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree.
Board certification or eligibility in Medical Oncology from ACVIM or ECVIM.
Eligible for Minnesota state veterinary licensure.
Demonstrated clinical and interpersonal skills with a commitment to collaborative patient care, research, and teaching.

Driven to Discover: 

The University of Minnesota is the states land-grant university and one of the most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The College of Veterinary Medicine is part of the University of Minnesota Health Sciences Education Center, which unites and facilitates collaboration with the colleges of Medicine, Public Health, Dentistry, Nursing, and Pharmacy. The institution also includes an NIH-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a world class Center for Magnetic Resonance Research. There are multiple opportunities and support for intramural and extramural competitive grant applications. The College is committed to supporting professional development while encouraging work-life balance. To find out why discoveries unfold, breakthroughs happen, and the future is being made at the U of M, go to our About Us page.    

Living Here:   

The Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area has a population of over 3.2 million and is a dynamic place to live with all of the amenities, cultural resources, and recreational opportunities that a big city has to offer. In 2021, Minnesota was ranked the #2 state in the country by U.S. News based on health care, education, economy, infrastructure, opportunity, fiscal stability, crime and corrections, and natural environment.  Minnesota consistently is rated one of the healthiest places to live in the United States, with abundant urban green space and an extensive network of trails for walking, running, and cycling. The Twin Cities are consistently ranked among the top places to live,and have been honored with the titles of one of the fittest cities, as well as most bikeable cities, with one of the best metroparks systems in the country. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is a 20 minute drive from the hospital, making travel across the globe easy. To learn more about our beautiful twin cities and the state the University of Minnesota calls home, visit Make it MSP and Explore Minnesota.

Pay Range: $125,000 to $175,000 (Assistant), $145,000 to $195,000 (Associate), $165,000 to $225,000 (Full Professor); depending on education/qualifications/experience 

Time Appointment: 75%-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.

• Please include a letter of intent highlighting the special interest for the position, related qualifications and career goals, curriculum vitae, and a list of 3 individuals (along with their contact information) knowledgeable of the applicants experience and capabilities. Letters of reference should be sent directly to the search committee chair as soon as possible and should include an assessment of the applicants clinical service, teaching and research abilities, interpersonal skills, and scholarly potential.
• Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Kerry Rolph, Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, 1352 Boyd Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108 or via e-mail (krolph@umn.edu). 

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-UOHR (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

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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.