Research Faculty - Surgery Colon and Rectal - (Open Rank/Track Faculty)
osu/osucareers
College of Medicine/Office of Health Sciences
Posted Sep 11, 2026
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Job description
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Position Overview The Department of Surgery at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) and the James Comprehensive Cancer Center are recruiting an open-rank faculty member with a basic or translational science research focus in colorectal cancer. Expertise in oncogenesis, treatment resistance, microbial interactions, bioinformatics, drug discovery, or immunotherapy is a plus. Candidates are expected to have an established research program with a successful record of publications and extramural funding. The opportunity will take advantage of an extensive internal collaborative network of researchers in the University and Cancer Center and will benefit from clinical collaborations and access to human specimens. Duties and Responsibilities Conceptualizes, plans, designs, implements and conducts research studies; develops and writes grant proposals to seek and obtain extramural funding to support research program; obtains and maintains NIH R01 or equivalent funding; Writes and publishes research in high quality peer reviewed, scientific journals; attends and makes presentations of research at national and international scientific conferences; develops national and international scholarly reputation; Instructs and mentors junior scientists, doctoral and postdoctoral students, medical students, residents and fellow trainees; participates in department, college and university committees and initiatives. Requirements PhD or MD/PhD in an applicable field Postdoctoral research experience in basic science research Proven ability to write scientific reports and publish in scientific, peer-reviewed journals preferred Current, active extramural grant funding (equivalent to NIH R01) Academic experience a plus Qualify for academic appointment at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level – Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with previous training and experience Department/Division Overview The Department of Surgery, led by Dr. Timothy Pawlik, boasts a broad array of clinical, research and educational opportunities. The department is home to multiple R01 funded researchers, several training grants, and with over $15.5M in NIH funding, was ranked #11 in the Blue Ridge Rankings among departments of surgery nationally. Our investigators collectively occupy over 25,000 square feet of laboratory space within and around the medical center campus. The Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Ohio State is recognized for our patient care related to diseases and cancer of the colon and rectum. We have earned a procedure rating of “high performing” for Colon Cancer Surgery by U.S. News & World Report. Every surgeon within the division is dedicated to practicing within their specific area of expertise. This intense dedication has yielded a high volume of cases and increased our experience levels with even the most unusual and complex surgical cases within our specialties. How to Apply To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Anna Godwin, Research Faculty Recruitment, . 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