Urology Research Faculty-Tenure Track - Associate or Professor

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Job Title:

Urology - Research Faculty-Tenure Track (Associate or Professor)

Department:

Medicine | Urology

Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) - persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty member’s tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice.  These faculty will have earned doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study or possession of equivalent experience.

Additional Information:

Position Overview

The successful candidates will be nationally or internationally recognized investigators who currently hold a full‑time faculty appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level; exceptional Assistant Professors with demonstrated, faculty‑equivalent independence (e.g., PI on a major peer‑reviewed award such as an NIH R01 or equivalent) will also be considered, and who have established independent and impactful research programs in areas relevant to genitourinary malignancies, with particular applicability to bladder and/or prostate cancer. This unique cluster hire—supported by the rich scientific environments of the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC) and the College of Medicine, in partnership with a leading clinical department—offers an exceptional opportunity to leverage shared strengths in cancer biology, tumor immunology, comparative oncology, translational therapeutics, and investigator-initiated clinical trials. The initiative is intentionally cross-cutting, designed to foster synergy across departments and colleges, and to position The Ohio State University as a national leader in genitourinary cancer research and discovery.

Applicants will be expected to engage in collaborative research that strengthens and expands existing institutional partnerships, while contributing to the training and mentorship of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and clinical fellows. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent) and demonstrate a record of sustained extramural funding and impactful scholarly publication. The successful applicants will possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, a strong commitment to teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. Exceptional candidates will be eligible for consideration for endowed positions and leadership opportunities aligned with their expertise and record of achievement.

Teaching/Mentoring

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship, actively contributing to the academic development of trainees across all levels. They will foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that cultivates the next generation of scientific and clinical leaders in oncology.

Successful Candidate Qualifications:

Applicants must have: 

• A medical degree or a terminal research degree (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. 
• An actively funded research program in basic or translational research relevant to bladder and/or prostate cancers.
• A record of scholarly achievement and a history of sustained funding at the level appropriate to the applicant’s seniority and professional experience. 
• Demonstrated potential for successfully teaching and mentoring students, trainees, and/or junior faculty 
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills for work in an interdisciplinary department. 
• Qualifications for an academic appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank in the Department of Urology

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 Recruiter; [email protected].

Department of Urology:

The Department of Urology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report for delivering the highest quality of care for the treatment of urologic conditions. Our mission is to alleviate patient suffering from urologic disorders through an integrative model of extraordinary clinical care, patient-centered discovery and educational innovation in service of the citizens of Ohio and beyond. Our vision is to transform the lives of our patients through this comprehensive approach to urologic practice. The Department of Urology has a rich history and timeline dating back to 1917. Under the leadership of Cheryl Lee, MD, as chair, the Department is composed of six specialty Divisions with 28 faculty members. The Division of Urologic Oncology consists of 9 faculty members with active research programs across all disease sites/stages and has been identified by the OSUCCC for additional programmatic growth. Collectively, the Department performs over 22,000 clinic and operative procedures, annually. Clinical care, research, education, and community service are major priorities, and the Department is engaged in multicenter and multispecialty initiatives. Urology was ranked #28 in the 2025 US News and World Report Rankings. The Department sponsors fellowship programs in Endourology (Endourological Society) and Urologic Oncology (Society of Urologic Oncology) while Nationwide Children’s Hospital sponsors a fellowship in pediatric urology (Society for Pediatric Urology).

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

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Location:

James Outpatient Care (1043)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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