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Position Title: Instructor, Clinical Faculty Appointment Department:Lymphoma/Myeloma Division:Cancer Medicine Reportsto:Department Chair The following C.A.R.E effort complies with all policies and procedures. Activity Reported Actual Percent of Effort Clinical Care 20% Administrative Activities 2% Research Activities 75% Educational Activities 3% Extramural Service (described in text) MISSION STATEMENT The mission of The University of Texas M. D

Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public. SUMMARY The primary function of the Instructor position is to be an active member and leader of the clinical and research team and to apply technical expertise and experience to plan, coordinate, design, assist, and supervise the implementation of clinical and research projects, the evaluation and interpretation of research data, and the quality of resulting publications. Scope: Perform clinical and research activities in a mentored leadership role of an active clinical and research team for immunotherapies and vaccines, with the goal of developing into an independent clinical investigator.

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria: o Prior expertise and knowledge in clinical research protocols, processing of human and mouse blood and tissue samples, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, flow cytometry, and tissue culture. o Strong and the comprehensive background in cancer research. o Commitment to write and submit competitive grant applications as principal investigator or co-investigator under the oversight of a research mentor.

o Aspiration and resourcefulness to achieve greater scientific independence through the development of collaborative research projects. o Participate in the training of clinical and research, postdoctoral fellows, clinical fellows, graduate, medical and college students, as well as laboratory technicians. o A collaborative and friendly member/leader of a large cancer research group including research scientists, clinicians, statisticians, trainees, and supportive staff.

CORE VALUES CaringBehaviors Courtesy: Is respectful and courteous to each other at all times Friendliness/Teamwork: Promotes and rewards teamwork and inclusiveness; Is sensitive to the concerns of our patients and our co-workers IntegrityBehaviors Reliability: Communicates frequently, honestly and openly Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for practicing our values Safety: Notices a safety concern and brings it to someone's attention; Models safe behaviors (wears badge, washes hands, keeps work area clean and orderly) DiscoveryBehaviors Responsiveness: By his/her actions, creates an environment of trust; Encourages learning, creativity and new ideas Personal Leadership/Self-Initiative: Helps others to identify and solve problems; Seeks personal growth and enables others to do so Safety Behaviors Create a sense of security and empowerment and are committed to keeping one another free from harm. Embrace a framework and best practices for the highest quality of care and service. Inspire trust by modeling excellence in our work and acceptance of each person's contributions.

Stewardship Behaviors Prioritize the health and well-being of each other. Act responsibly to safeguard the institution's finances. Ensure the proper care and use of time, data, materials, equipment and property afforded to us.

KEYFUNCTIONS 1. Participate in patient care services in the outpatient setting and/or inpatient service to further develop clinical skills in the areas of lymphoma and/or myeloma. 2.

Impact the quality and advancement of cancer research efforts within the Department and MD Anderson Cancer Center with a primary focus on Lymphoma / Myeloma. 3. Plan, organize, direct, assist, and participate in experiments and assays related to clinical patient research samples, animal models and in vitro studies in a research laboratory.

4. Develop novel independent research projects. 5.

Develop and maintain standard procedures and clinical protocols to ensure the quality and integrity of procedures performed and the overall operation of the laboratory. 6. Exercise considerable initiative in planning and executing the details of experiments and in evaluating and interpreting the results.

Responsible for the participation and involvement of other laboratory members and collaborators in the development of laboratory techniques and research projects. Provide expertise, knowledge, or techniques to troubleshoot problems. 7.

Participate in laboratory meetings to present research findings to colleagues. Potential to attend academic conferences or meetings for oral or visual production of posters. 8.

Participate in the guidance, teaching, supervision, and assistance of trainees, collaborators, and laboratory members to accomplish research or other laboratory duties as required. 9. Produces manuscripts, research proposals and grant funding, and collaborates with laboratory members to reinforce expertise and advance research objectives including the publication of articles and presentations at scientific meetings.

10. All conducted projects require review literature, experimental design, alternative approaches, organization, timeline, coordination, data interpretation, future directions and monthly progress report to immediate supervisor. 11.

Comply with all policies and procedures. 12. Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES IC - Analytical Thinking: o Gather relevant information systematically; o Break down problems into simple components; and o Make sound decisions. IC - Build Relationships: o Initiate, develop, and manage relationships and networks; and o Show sincere interest in others and their concerns. IC - Innovative Thinking: o Approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; and o Offer new ideas, solutions and/or options.

IC-Team with Others: o Encourage collaboration and input from all team members; value the contributions of all team members; o Balance individual and team goals. IC-Equipment Usage & Safety Preparedness: o Employee maintains expectations for safety preparedness o Including but not limited to: Orientation to new equipment, Employee Education Event, CPR training, fire drills The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening

The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information Requisition ID: 179178 Employee Status: Regular Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 0 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Work Location: Onsite #LI-Onsite Apply