Director – Cancer Research Center

Hampton University Staff

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Promote and facilitate cutting-edge research, including collaborative and interdisciplinary research, in areas related to the strategic goals of the University.
  • Generate funding through federal and non-federal sources in the cancer field.
  • Work closely with the Vice President for Research to become internationally recognized for cutting edge clinical- translational research of cancers that disproportionately affect ethnically diverse and underserved populations.
  • Participate in the selection of the other members of the HUCRC research team to recruit individuals with complementary expertise who will be able to accelerate research progress.
  • Where applicable, develop mutually beneficial connections with institutions of higher education, corporations, government agencies, industry and the community to develop partnerships and collaborative research.
  • Build and provide sufficient support for a community of innovative researchers to enhance research capacity at the university and to increase internal and external research opportunities for faculty.

Requirements:

  • Successful track record of research, scholarly, and/or creative achievement in the field on cancer.
  • Successful track record of academic leadership and team building.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong Interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to travel 25% of the year.

Qualifications:

A doctoral degree in molecular biology, biotechnology or a related field is required with demonstrable evidence of a track record in research and grantsmanship in cancer field.

How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Application for Educational Support Staff Employment via email at HROffice@hamptonu.edu or fax to (757) 727-5969:

Office of Human Resources
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 23668
***No phone calls

Forms:
Visit Human Resources – Hampton University Human Resources to retrieve the educational support staff employment application and other supplemental application materials.