Careers
Open physician-scientist positions are listed below, or visit Human Resources for other career opportunities at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Postdoctoral Researchers
Gastrointestinal Cancer and Disease (288)
A postdoctoral position is available as of June 1, 2013, in the Department of Pathology to study the role of NOD-like receptors (NLRs) in gastrointestinal infection, inflammation, and cancer. NLRs are intracellular sensors for pathogen and danger signals.
We have recently shown that NLR family members NLRP3 and NLRP12 play critical roles in suppressing intestinal inflammation and tumorigenesis. Using animal models and cell culture based studies, we are now investigating molecular and cellular mechanisms of NLRs-mediated regulation of intestinal infection, inflammation, and cancer.
The candidate must have a Ph.D. or M.D. and a strong background in immunological or pathological studies. The successful candidate will run independent research projects, collaborate with other members in the lab, write manuscripts, and participate in scientific meetings.
See a list of publications.
Interested candidates should send a CV, brief statement of research interests, and the names of three references to:
Hasan Zaki, Ph.D.
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Pathology
5232 Harry Hines Blvd.
Dallas, Texas 75390-9072
chad.morrissey@utsouthwestern.edu
UT Southwestern is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
Tumor Suppressors in Cancer (265)
Two postdoctoral research positions are available as of November 15, 2012, on NIH-funded projects for highly motivated, creative, and accomplished Ph.D.s in a related discipline, with experience in cancer research to join a growing lab in the Department of Pathology at UT Southwestern. Ideal candidates will have a track record of leading projects to publication. Position responsibilities include directing independent projects in a multidisciplinary setting and mentoring junior lab members. The selected candidates will be expected to apply for independent fellowship funding.
Breast Cancer Research
This position will focus on studying the role of retinoblastoma tumor suppressor pathway (RB, p16ink4a, and cyclin D1) in breast cancer. Specific emphasis will be placed on the role of RB loss in disease progression and therapeutic response. This work will incorporate the use of cell culture, animal models, and clinical specimens.
Tumor Suppressors in Cancer Research
This position will focus on deciphering mechanisms through which the tumor suppressors function in the control of cell cycle progression and tumor suppression. These studies will use genetically engineered mouse models to specifically interrogate key processes coordinated by RB, p53, and additional tumor suppressors.
Candidates should send a CV, the names of several references, and a brief research statement to:
Erik Knudsen, Ph.D.
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Pathology
5323 Harry Hines Blvd.
Dallas, Texas 75390-9072
chad.morrissey@utsouthwestern.edu
UT Southwestern Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
Academic Pediatric Pathologist/Academic Pediatric Surgical Pathologist
The UT Southwestern Department of Pathology invites applications for the following pediatric pathology positions:
An academic pediatric pathologist at the Associate or Full Professor level to serve as the director for our Division of Pediatric Pathology and as Chief for the Children’s Medical Center Anatomic and Clinical Pathology Laboratories. The laboratories are staffed by 10 pathologists and serve three hospitals and multiple outpatient service sites with a rapidly growing volume. We seek a proven, transparent, and confident leader with expertise as a manager in a complex university environment. Experience in information systems, outreach, LEAN, and strategic planning are highly desirable.
In additional to medical administration, the incumbent will be expected to participate in Hospital and Departmental leadership, junior faculty mentoring, teaching, and clinical and scholarly activity.
One position for an academic pediatric surgical pathologist at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. The position requires experience in all facets of pediatric and perinatal pathology and demonstrated accomplishments in research.
The primary clinical responsibilities are at the 590-bed, tertiary care Children’s Medical Center Dallas facility with 8,000 surgical specimens, 150 perinatal and pediatric autopsies, and 1,500 placentas annually. In addition to patient care activities, the incumbent will be expected to participate in departmental and institutional activities, medical student and house staff teaching and mentoring, and develop or continue their research program. Preference will be given to candidates with interest/additional training or experience in pediatric GI or oncologic pathology and candidates with an interest/additional training or experience in placental and autopsy pathology.
Generous salary, start-up packages, protected time, and laboratory space will be provided. UT Southwestern is located in Dallas and offers a highly collaborative environment, outstanding research infrastructure, and dynamic clinical opportunities. Duties will include teaching and mentoring of medical and graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, residents, and fellows.
Applicants must have an M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or D.O., be certified by the American Board of Pathology in Anatomic/Clinical Pathology or Anatomic Pathology, be board-eligible or certified in Pediatric Pathology, and have or be eligible for a Texas medical license.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, a statement of research and clinical interests, and three letters of references to:
James S. Malter, M.D.
Department of Pathology
UT Southwestern Medical Center
5323 Harry Hines Blvd.
Dallas, Texas 75390-9072
kim.deimling@utsouthwestern.edu
To apply, please visit the UT Southwestern Careers website and click “Apply Here.” The requisition number is 12-3887.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.