Washington, DC; Faculty and Post Doctoral Positions - Cancer/Aging, Georgetown University School of Medicine

Faculty and Post Doctoral Positions - Cancer/Aging POSTED: Oct 16

Salary: Open
Location: Washington, D.C.
Employer: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Full Time - Experienced
Categories: behavioral science, epidemiology, health services administration Required Education: Doctorate

Description
The Cancer Control Program of the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking investigators to expand research in cancer and aging. Post-doctoral candidates and junior and mid-level faculty considered. Tenure track positions available.

The current cancer and aging program includes NIH-funded research on patterns of cancer care, development of measures of physiological age and tolerance of chemotherapy, impact of chemotherapy on cognition, health behaviors of older individuals, older patient-physician communication, perceptions of ageism and racism in care, decision aides for older cancer patients, cost-effectiveness, preferences and survivorship.

The individual filling this position will have research interests in gerontology and a commitment to a career in cancer. Candidates are sought with training and expertise in cancer control disciplines (e.g., gerontology, neurobiology, behavioral science, health services research, epidemiology, health policy). Minimum requirements include a doctoral degree with a track record of research publications and extramural funding potential.

The successful candidate will join a highly interdisciplinary department of oncology and a cancer control program with active research in cancer prevention, screening, genetic testing, cultural determinants of health, survivorship, lifespan development/aging, and community outreach. Strong mentorship available for post-doctoral and junior candidates. Excellent opportunities for career advancement. Very competitive recruitment packages available for more established candidates with track record of extra-mural funding. Salary and recruitment package will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Clinicians encouraged to apply. Start dates of January or July 2008.


Requirements
Interested individuals should send a brief statement of interest, CV, and the names of three references to: Cancer and Aging Search Committee, c/o Jeanne Mandelblatt, MD, MPH, Cancer Control Program, Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, 3300 Whitehaven St., NW Suite 4100, Washington, DC 20007. Inquiries may be directed to Jeanne Mandelblatt, MD, MPH by email at mandelbj@georgetown.edu .