Perlman Endowed Chair in Medical Oncology (Assoc or Full Professor)

Position Summary

The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine seeks an accomplished and visionary veterinary medical oncologist for the Perlman Endowed Chair in Medical Oncology. This tenure-track faculty position will provide strategic leadership in advancing translational cancer research, clinical innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration at the intersection of animal, human, and environmental health.

The successful candidate will develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program that leverages the comparative oncology strengths of the College while contributing to the University's broader One Health and health sciences missions. The position includes opportunities to build collaborative programs across the Masonic Cancer Center, Medical School, School of Public Health, College of Biological Sciences, College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences, and external industry partners.

This endowed position is intended to serve as a catalyst for future growth, fostering innovative research programs that attract extramural funding, develop new partnerships, and position the College as a leader in precision oncology and comparative cancer research.

Strategic Areas of Interest

Applicants may have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Comparative and translational oncology

• Precision medicine and biomarker discovery

• Immuno-oncology and cellular therapies

• Genomics, multi-omics, and cancer systems biology

• Artificial intelligence and predictive oncology

• Cancer epidemiology and population health

• Clinical trials and translational therapeutics

• Data science and computational oncology

• Cancer prevention and early detection

• Implementation science and healthcare innovation

Leadership Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• A scientific innovator.

• A collaborative builder rather than an individual contributor alone.

• An entrepreneurial thinker who identifies new opportunities.

• A leader capable of establishing strategic partnerships across disciplines.

• A champion for translational impact and measurable societal benefit.

The successful candidate will be expected to serve as a catalyst for innovation and collaboration within the College of Veterinary Medicine. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to lead interdisciplinary research programs, build sustainable extramural funding portfolios, foster partnerships across the University and beyond, and advance the College's strategic priorities in One Health, translational science, and data-enabled discovery. The ideal candidate will not only contribute to their discipline but will help shape the future research ecosystem of the College through leadership, mentorship, and team science.

Job Responsibilities

50-60% Research

• Develop and sustain a high-impact, externally funded research program.

• Establish collaborative programs across veterinary medicine, human medicine, public health, agriculture, and biological sciences.

• Lead multidisciplinary teams addressing major challenges in cancer biology and treatment.

• Pursue federal, foundation, industry, and philanthropic funding opportunities.

• Build research infrastructure that enables collaborative and team-based science.

20-30% Clinical Service

• Provide specialty medical oncology services through the Veterinary Medical Center.

• Promote innovative and evidence-based approaches to cancer care.

• Contribute to clinical trials and translational research initiatives.

15-25% Training and Mentorship

• Teach veterinary students, interns, residents, and graduate students.

• Mentor trainees and early-career faculty.

• Contribute to innovative educational programs and workforce development initiatives.

Work Schedule: Full-time, typically Monday- Friday daytime hours

Appt Term: 12 month

Location and Work Environment: Work will be completed on the St. Paul Campus at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities. In-person work is required for the clinical component of the position at the Veterinary Medical Center, largely during traditional Monday - Friday daytime hours. Didactic teaching is also done in person, though research and other aspects of the role may warrant flexibility for hybrid work.

Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: This position may be eligible for visa sponsorship

Employee Designation: Essential Employee

Required

• DVM, VMD, MD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree.

• Eligibility for faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in a tenure-track appointment at the University of Minnesota.

• Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications.

• Evidence of developing or participating in a sustained research program with the potential for or demonstrated success in securing extramural funding.

• Established national or international reputation in comparative, translational, or clinical oncology.

• History of successful extramural funding as principal investigator, co-principal investigator, or key personnel on competitive grants.

• Demonstrated excellence in clinical oncology practice.

• Commitment to teaching and mentoring professional, graduate, and/or postgraduate learners.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills.

• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in Minnesota.

Preferred

• Board certification (or eligibility for certification) in Veterinary Medical Oncology (ACVIM-Oncology) or equivalent specialty.
• Expertise in one or more strategic areas including:

  • Comparative oncology

  • Precision medicine

  • Immuno-oncology

  • Cancer genomics and multi-omics

  • Data science, artificial intelligence, or computational oncology

  • Clinical trials and translational therapeutics

  • Cancer epidemiology and population health

• Demonstrated success in leading multidisciplinary or multi-institutional research collaborations.

• Experience building partnerships with industry, foundations, government agencies, or philanthropic organizations.

• Evidence of mentoring successful graduate students, residents, postdoctoral trainees, or junior faculty.

• Interest in developing center-level initiatives or shared research infrastructure.

• Experience working within One Health, comparative medicine, or translational research environments.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and workforce development.

The Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department advances veterinary medicine through clinical education and mentoring, specialized care of companion animals, and generating new knowledge through clinical research.

Teaching
Veterinary Clinical Sciences faculty members are responsible for a significant portion of the clinical training program for third- and fourth-year veterinary students, as well as small animal internship and residency programs. Faculty members also participate in the veterinary medicine and comparative and molecular biosciences graduate programs.

Research
Faculty and staff are actively involved in clinical and basic research, as well as specialized programs such as the Animal Cancer Care and Research program, Minnesota Urolith Center, and Surgical Research Laboratory. Research efforts are supported by the Clinical Investigation Center, which coordinates clinical trials.

Service and Outreach
Veterinary Clinical Sciences faculty members provide collaborative clinical services in the Veterinary Medical Center using cutting-edge equipment and offers consultations and continuing education programs for practicing veterinarians in the community.

Pay Range: Associate Professor: $ 170,000- $210,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience. Full Professor: $180,000-$210,000 annually; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

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