Assistant Professor

--- base: meta-keywords: meta-viewport: width=device-width, title: Assistant Professor --- Assistant Professor ==================== Organizational Entity Faculty of Medicine Section / Division Clinical Medicine Function Assistant Professor Function Code MA Maximum Class 17 Body Assistant - assistant professor Registration deadline Reference 7099 Job description -------------------- The Faculty of Medicine of the Université de Genève benefits from an enriching multicultural dynamic to which it contributes through its influence within the framework of the mandates it has set for itself: teaching, research, and its partnership with the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève (HUG). The CANSEARCH research platform in pediatric oncology and hematology of the Université de Genève has the mission of developing research in pediatric oncology and hematology, mainly in the field of individualized therapy (personalized medicine) in pediatric oncology and hematology. In order to complete the team of the CANSEARCH research platform, we are looking for an Assistant Professor at 80% =============================== The main missions of the position are: * Conduct fundamental research work on pediatric acute leukemias, notably T-lymphoblastic and myeloid leukemias of high cytogenetic risk, with a particular interest in the mechanisms of leukemogenesis; * Develop and implement experimental approaches aimed at characterizing drug sensitivity profiles (drug profiling) and identifying new therapeutic vulnerabilities; * Study the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in the initiation, progression, and resistance to treatment of pediatric leukemias; * Participate in the design, development, and implementation of research projects with high translational potential, in connection with relevant experimental models (in vitro and/or in vivo), from project development to scientific publications; * Participate in the teaching and practical training of interns/students; * Prepare files, scientific and technical reports, funding requests, or projects requested by the hierarchical superior; * Participate and present research results to working groups (lab meetings at various colloquia, seminars, working meetings, and internal and external conferences); * Publish at least 2 peer-reviewed manuscripts per year in a specialized journal in pediatric hematology; * Submit 2 to 3 scientific abstracts per year to international congresses; * Participate and present a project at the research day of the HUG pediatric department. Required title and skills ----------------------------- * Doctorate (PhD) or title deemed equivalent in molecular biology, cell biology, hematology, oncology, genetics, or a related field; * Solid experience in fundamental research in hematology-oncology, ideally in the field of acute leukemias (lymphoblastic and/or myeloid); * Experience in experimental approaches such as cell culture, in vitro and/or in vivo models, molecular biology (CRISPR/Cas9, RNA-seq, qPCR, Western blot, flow cytometry, etc.); * Experience in drug profiling or functional screening (an asset); * Skills in biological data analysis (basic statistics, use of R or Python); advanced skills in bioinformatics are an asset; * Postdoctoral or equivalent experience of 3 to 5 years desired; * Knowledge of the legal and ethical aspects of fundamental research in human medicine; * Excellent command of standard IT tools (Microsoft Office, Adobe), scientific software (SPSS, R); * Publication of at least 10 peer-reviewed manuscripts; * Ability to work independently and in a team as well as to interact with service platforms providing specific techniques necessary for research projects; * Respect for deadlines, professional rigor required; * Mastery of English, oral and written; * Previous experience in conducting research projects in onco-hematology; * Experience in studying oncogenic signaling pathways (e.g., kinases, phosphorylation cascades) and their regulation; * Knowledge and/or experience in studying tyrosine kinase inhibitors and associated response or resistance mechanisms. Knowledge of the French language. Desired qualifications * Previous experience in conducting research projects in onco-hematology; * Experience in studying oncogenic signaling pathways (e.g., kinases, phosphorylation cascades) and their regulation; * Knowledge and/or experience in studying tyrosine kinase inhibitors and associated response or resistance mechanisms. Knowledge of the French language. Start date ------------------- As soon as possible. Contact ------- If you correspond to the description above, we would be very happy to receive your application file (Cover letter, CV, certificates, diplomas). Your application must be submitted exclusively online by clicking on the button below "Postuler/Apply now". Additional information can be obtained from [Dre Britan-Wood](< ; >) Additional information ----------------------------- One-year renewable private law contract. For more details on research activities and publications, please consult the sites: [ ](< >) [ ](< >) The Université de Genève offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating work environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills as well as your personality and contribute actively to the influence of an Institution founded in 1559. In a perspective of