Title: Assistant Researcher/ Professor (Cancer Prevention in the Pacific)
Position Number: 0070207T
Hiring Unit: University of Hawaii Cancer Center
Location: Kakaako
Closing Date: Continuous
Tenure Track: Non-tenure track
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
 
Other Conditions:
This advertisement is for an 11-month, non-tenure-track faculty position (Assistant Researcher/Professor) in the Cancer Prevention in the Pacific (CPP) component within the larger Population Sciences in the Pacific (PSP) Program at the University of Hawaii Cancer Center (UHCC; an NCI Designated Cancer Center). The position will be open until filled. Applicants for the position must show strong promise of establishing an active research program in the area of cancer prevention and control, as demonstrated by a strong track-record of peer-reviewed publications and experience writing and submitting competitive research proposals to National Institutes of Health (NIH).
The mission of the CPP program is to reduce cancer disparities in Hawaii and the Pacific through behavioral and community-based research. Areas of research currently represented within the CPP include tobacco and e-cigarette prevention, areca (betel) nut use prevention and cessation, cancer survivorship, skin and colorectal cancer screening, cancer care delivery research, and skin cancer prevention. The successful candidate will increase the depth of current research in the program or expand the program’s range of research. Research areas in which the program seeks to expand include, but are not limited to, diet and physical activity interventions, health promotion interventions for cancer survivors, and applications of mHealth, community-based participatory research, and dissemination and implementation science to cancer prevention and control. Experience conducting cancer disparities research and cancer-related research among Asian/Pacific Islander populations would be considered a major strength. In addition, demonstrated ability of being able to conduct research as part of a multidisciplinary team would be considered a strength.
This is a non-tenure track position supported for three (3) years through UHCC funds. The position is expected to be supported mainly through extramural funds past the third year of appointment. Year-to-year continuation of the position is contingent upon satisfactory performance. UHCC provides an attractive recruitment package including space in the beautiful Cancer Center building in Honolulu, start-up funds and a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Core facilities available to Center investigators include Biostatistics, Genomics and Bioinformatics, Analytical Biochemistry, Nutrition Support, Metabolomics, Pathology, and Diversity Research and Recruitment. UHCC has active research training programs involving mentorship of graduate students, postdocs, and early-stage investigators.
 
Assistant Researcher Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Perform professional and scientific cancer prevention and control research within the diverse populations of Hawaii and the greater Pacific catchment area, addressing cancer health disparities with a community-engaged approach highlighted by population and patient-based behavioral studies.
2. Collaborate with faculty members of the UH Cancer Center, the Hawaii Cancer Consortium, other UH departments, and community-based health care providers on research projects, researcher training/mentoring, and other academic activities.
3. Pursue cancer-related NIH funding to support his/her research program.
4. Publish cancer-related, peer-reviewed scientific articles in reputable journals.
5. Serve as a role model within the UH Cancer Center, the UH, and in the national and international research, academic, and/or medical communities.
6. Mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students (PhD or MS).
7. Perform scholarly activities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Doctorate in preventive medicine, psychology, behavioral sciences, public health, social work, sociology, medicine, or related field from a university of recognized standing;
2. Three (3) to Four (4) years of experience as a postdoctoral fellow or equivalent in the related field.
3. Demonstrated research ability judged competent and adequate for the rank as compared with peers active in the same field at other major research universities;
4. Demonstrated ability to plan and organize research activities;
5. A strong research track record demonstrated by high-quality publications and successful execution of research projects;
6. Demonstrated ability to serve as a role model for students and junior colleagues, and to effectively meet, interact, and confer with others.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Record of solid publications demonstrating behavioral and/or community-based approaches to cancer prevention and control research.
2. Experience conducting transdisciplinary, cancer disparities focused research among Asian/Pacific Islander populations.
To Apply:
Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, current curriculum vitae, statement of current and future research interests, names of five (5) professional references with contact information (including email addresses), official transcripts (OR original documentation from the institution confirming degree OR copy of U.S. board certification). Copy of transcript is acceptable in place of U.S. board certification for evaluation purposes but original is required upon hire. (Note: Only complete applications will be considered.)
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Inquiries: hr@cc.hawaii.edu