Assistant Professor - Applied Gene and Cell Therapy Center in the Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Description:

Job Description



At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.



Cincinnati Children's is:

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10
  best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years


• Second Among All Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding


• Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025) ,
  America's Best Employers for New Grads (2024)


• One of the nation's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune


• Consistently certified as great place to work
  


• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
  


• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
  

Assistant Professor - Applied Gene and Cell Therapy Center in the Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute


The Division of Experimental Hematology and Cancer Biology at Cincinnati Children's has an excellent opportunity to join our translational research team.
The Division of Experimental Hematology and Cancer Biology at Cincinnati Children's focuses on translating our basic science research results into new clinical therapies. We aim to develop novel human cell/gene therapies in which the therapeutic potential of genetically modified human progenitors and/or immune effector cells is explored in pre-clinical and early clinical trials (T0-T2).
Our team includes talented researchers, research assistants, graduate assistants, postdoctoral fellows, and support staff working in developing translational programs.



PURPOSE OF POSITION: To conduct translational research collaboratively. Participate in teaching, training, scholarly activities, and service/administration. Responsible for initiating, soliciting, and coordinating well-designed research projects with potential for external funding and Internal Review Board or Investigational New Drug approvals. May participate in activities to plan, direct, implement, coordinate, and improve services and technical operations within the organization's research activities. Collaborate with scientific directors and colleagues to maximize the function of the organization's scientists and clinician-scientists. To provide, communicate, and implement strategic, operational, and programmatic plans and policies to achieve Cincinnati Children's mission, vision, and values.



EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• PhD degree in a related scientific or research field.
• Three years of related experience in the research field and/or laboratory environment, assisting with preparing data for presentation at scientific meetings.
• Assistant Professor appointment based on eligibility.



Interested applicants can send their CV, research statement, and cover letter to Dr. Carolyn Lutzko at Carolyn.Lutzko.cchmc.org.

Open this URL to learn more about Experimental Hematology and Cancer Biology at Cincinnati Children's: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/research/divisions/e/ex-hem


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Market Leading Benefits Including*:

• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
  
  


• Competitive retirement plans
  
  


• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
  
  


• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
  
  


• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
  
  


• Referral bonus program for current staff!
  
  


• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
  
  


• Physical and mental health wellness programs
  
  


• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
  
  

*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type



Primary Location

Kasota - 3244 Burnet



Schedule

Full time



Shift

Day (United States of America)



Department

EH&CanBio - Translational Labs



Employee Status

Regular



FTE

1



Weekly Hours

40


Comprehensive job description provided upon request.


Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability Apply Now