As seen in the 13 January issue of Science:

West Virginia University

The Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology seeks a distinguished scientist as Faculty (rank open) to further its scientific exploration and discovery that targets prevention and cure of cancer. The selected candidate will exhibit extraordinary potential for significantly advancing discoveries in the role of human papilloma virus (HPV) in cancer. He/she will hold a primary faculty appointment in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology as well as membership in the Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center (MBRCC) in the WVU School of Medicine.

This joint recruitment with the MBRCC provides an exceptional opportunity to participate in robust, interdisciplinary basic and translational research and training programs in a highly collaborative atmosphere. Reporting to leadership in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology and the MBRCC in the WVU School of Medicine, the appointed faculty will be provided support for conducting cancer-related HPV research and teaching medical virology. The successful candidate will be a recognized investigator, established in his/her field, with a PhD or MD/PhD degree and a track record of independent research, demonstrated by high quality publications in peer-reviewed journals and extramural funding commensurate with years of experience. Preferably, the selected candidate will bring research funding with him/her to the MBRCC in order to continue the pursuit of an already well-established, relevant cancer-related HPV research agenda. Dedicated laboratory space and operating funds will be made available.

Founded in 1867, West Virginia University is 1 of only 11 research intensive land-grant institutions offering a single health sciences campus with accredited Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, and Pharmacy and a formative School of Public Health. WVU is West Virginia's major research and development center, and its only comprehensive doctoral-granting institution. Our faculty conduct research totaling over $138 million in sponsored contracts and grants per year. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching classifies WVU as a comprehensive doctoral institution with medical programs - placing it among only 50 such public and 28 private institutions nationwide.

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