PULMONARY MEDICINE RESEARCH ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

Requisition # 75284

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University of Iowa Stead Family Department of Pediatrics seeks a faculty member at the rank of Research Assistant Professor (non-tenure track) level in the research area of gene therapy. The candidate will be responsible for scientific and technical leadership for a complete program of investigation. The candidate will work alongside skilled researchers with expertise in the research area including collaborating with other research faculty members in the Stead Family Department of Pediatrics.

The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is one of the nation’s top medical schools. It is ranked No. 44 in research in the 2024 U.S. News & World Report listing of “Best Graduate Schools,” and it is ranked No. 23 in National Institutes of Health funding among public institutions by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. The UI Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is currently ranked No. 25 in NIH funding among all public pediatric departments nationwide.

The UI Stead Family Department of Pediatrics comprises the medical staff of UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital, Iowa’s only nationally ranked children’s hospital and home to the state’s only accredited Level 1 Regional Resource Pediatric Trauma Center. The ACGME-accredited pediatric residency program at UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital trains 50 pediatric resident physicians. For its 2023-24 edition of “Best Children’s Hospitals,” U.S. News & World Report ranked UI Stead Family Children's Hospital in six pediatric specialties: neonatology, diabetes and endocrinology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, and urology.

For more information contact:

Scott Sheet, D.O.

Clinical Associate Professor

Interim Division Director, Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine

Scott-Sheet@uiowa.edu

Visit us on the web at: www.uichildrens.org

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. This applies to clinical, tenure and research positions.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

Ph.D Degree and appropriate post-doctorial fellowship is required

Evidence of sustained scholarly productivity and funding in the field of gene therapy

Experience in molecular biology, cell culture, virology and animal models (including pigs and mice)

Expertise in viral vector design and production (adenovirus, AAV, lentivirus, DNA transposon), development, and cellular targeting

Expertise in directing gene transfer to respiratory epithelia and methods of reporter gene detection, including, bioluminescence, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization

Expertise in vector aerosolization delivery techniques

Expertise in culturing and maintenance of organoid models of alveolar type 2 cells

Demonstrated extensive experience with research focused on mucosal immune responses following pulmonary infection

Expertise in virus/cell interactions and the host factors involved in both genetic lung diseases (such as cystic fibrosis) and viral induced lung disease (such as measles and respiratory syncytial virus)

Experience in preparing grant applications for extramural funding

Extensive scholarly research experience

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment

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The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Civil Rights Compliance , 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.

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