Emory University
BMT Transplant/Cell therapy Scientist
Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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Overview Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future.
Description The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics invite qualified applicants to apply for an outstanding independent scientist position specialized in the area of Blood and Marrow Transplantation. The open rank position is available with or without tenure. The BMT program is one of the premier programs in the nation, consisting of an extensive clinical program and a diverse research program. The research program includes well‑funded basic, clinical and translational research, including multiple R01s, K‑awards and an NIH U54 grant on the immunogenicity of factor VIII. The candidate should bring a research focus that complements and builds on our existing foundation. Candidates can join graduate programs at Emory University and recruit graduate students to their laboratories.
About the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center provides a rich and collaborative environment for clinical research with a well‑funded Clinical Research Office. The successful candidate will join one of the country’s strongest pediatric cancer outcomes programs.
In 2024, the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center was ranked No. 12 in the nation for Pediatric Cancer by US News and World Report.
The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has 125 faculty members and approximately 50 APPs conducting basic, translational and clinical research related to pediatric oncology and hematology disorders, with expertise in leukemias, lymphomas, brain tumors, neuroblastoma, sarcomas, rare tumors, renal tumors, CAR T‑cell therapies, hemoglobinopathies and hemophilia.
The Aflac blood and marrow transplantation program performed over 80 transplants last year.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta—the only tertiary pediatric center in the dynamic metropolitan Atlanta area—serves a population of over 6 million people, providing a solid basis for clinical programs in rare disorders.
Qualifications
MD, MD/PhD or PhD.
If MD, must be Board Certified in Pediatric Hematology‑Oncology.
If MD, must be currently licensed as a physician and eligible for licensure as a physician in the State of Georgia.
A strong history of mentorship of trainees and junior faculty to support growth in research and scholarship.
A history of academic excellence/achievement.
A strong record of scholarship and proven success in obtaining extramural funding to conduct independent research within a defined area of investigation that relates to BMT and/or cellular therapies.
Willingness to work collaboratively to expand and strengthen current collaborations with investigators from other divisions and departments at Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State and the Morehouse School of Medicine.
To Apply Qualified applicants must complete the online application and are encouraged to submit a letter describing their research and career interests along with a curriculum vitae to:
Muna Qayed, MD, MSc Associate Professor of Pediatrics Director, BMT Program Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Email: mqayed@emory.edu
Equity and Inclusion Emory is an equal‑opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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BMT Transplant/Cell therapy Scientist
role at
Emory University .
Overview Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future.
Description The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics invite qualified applicants to apply for an outstanding independent scientist position specialized in the area of Blood and Marrow Transplantation. The open rank position is available with or without tenure. The BMT program is one of the premier programs in the nation, consisting of an extensive clinical program and a diverse research program. The research program includes well‑funded basic, clinical and translational research, including multiple R01s, K‑awards and an NIH U54 grant on the immunogenicity of factor VIII. The candidate should bring a research focus that complements and builds on our existing foundation. Candidates can join graduate programs at Emory University and recruit graduate students to their laboratories.
About the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center provides a rich and collaborative environment for clinical research with a well‑funded Clinical Research Office. The successful candidate will join one of the country’s strongest pediatric cancer outcomes programs.
In 2024, the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center was ranked No. 12 in the nation for Pediatric Cancer by US News and World Report.
The Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorders Center has 125 faculty members and approximately 50 APPs conducting basic, translational and clinical research related to pediatric oncology and hematology disorders, with expertise in leukemias, lymphomas, brain tumors, neuroblastoma, sarcomas, rare tumors, renal tumors, CAR T‑cell therapies, hemoglobinopathies and hemophilia.
The Aflac blood and marrow transplantation program performed over 80 transplants last year.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta—the only tertiary pediatric center in the dynamic metropolitan Atlanta area—serves a population of over 6 million people, providing a solid basis for clinical programs in rare disorders.
Qualifications
MD, MD/PhD or PhD.
If MD, must be Board Certified in Pediatric Hematology‑Oncology.
If MD, must be currently licensed as a physician and eligible for licensure as a physician in the State of Georgia.
A strong history of mentorship of trainees and junior faculty to support growth in research and scholarship.
A history of academic excellence/achievement.
A strong record of scholarship and proven success in obtaining extramural funding to conduct independent research within a defined area of investigation that relates to BMT and/or cellular therapies.
Willingness to work collaboratively to expand and strengthen current collaborations with investigators from other divisions and departments at Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State and the Morehouse School of Medicine.
To Apply Qualified applicants must complete the online application and are encouraged to submit a letter describing their research and career interests along with a curriculum vitae to:
Muna Qayed, MD, MSc Associate Professor of Pediatrics Director, BMT Program Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Email: mqayed@emory.edu
Equity and Inclusion Emory is an equal‑opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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