Director of Ocular Oncology Research

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Client Name
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Job Type
Permanent
Offering
Physician
Profession
Ophthalmology
Specialty
General
Job ID
20156458
Job Title
Director of Ocular Oncology Research

Shift Details

Shift
Full Time Days
Scheduled Hours
40

Job Order Details

Start Date
08/04/2025
Duration
0

Job Description
The UT Southwestern Department of Ophthalmology seeks a Director of Ocular Oncology Research, a new position created as a key component of our ambitious research expansion strategy. We seek an established and well-funded researcher in cancer genetics/genomics, tumor immunology, or related fields. The successful candidate will work with the Department Chair, Dr. J. William Harbour, a leading authority on ocular oncology, to build a basic, translational, and clinical research program focused on ocular tumors, such as uveal melanoma, retinoblastoma, ocular lymphoma, and ocular surface neoplasia. They will benefit from the highly collaborative UTSW scientific community and state-of-art research core facilities(Opens in a new window), and will be encouraged to obtain a joint appointment in a basic science department and to become a member of the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of the nation's top cancer centers.

While a familiarity with eye cancer is helpful, the most important considerations for this position are (1) a strong record of high-impact cancer research, (2) a track record of success in mentoring research trainees, (3) leadership experience, and (4) an interest in recruiting and developing research faculty to create an exceptional multidisciplinary ocular oncology program.

Significant endowment support and programmatic development funds are available for the qualified applicant.

Candidates should possess a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent doctoral degree. They may be full-time scientists or clinician-scientists. Those intending to engage in patient care must be eligible to obtain a Texas Medical License. Appointment and rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.

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This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
•PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
•100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
•Paid Time Off, available day one
•Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
•Paid Parental Leave Benefit
•Wellness programs
•Tuition Reimbursement
•Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Client Details

Address
5323 Harry Hines Blvd
City
Dallas
State
TX
Zip Code
75390
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Location:
Dallas
Job Type:
FullTime

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