Charles and Ethel Barr Chair of Cancer Research at The University of Edinburgh

Full time (40 hours per week)

Open ended (available early 2024)

We are looking for a distinguished expert in brain cancer biology, with a proven track record of groundbreaking research to join our efforts to change cancer outcomes through research.

The opportunity:

We seek an established, senior researcher with an international reputation and proven leadership to drive strategy, direct impactful scientific programmes aligned with University of Edinburgh research strategy and manage a collaborative and highly performing research team focused on protein regulation and function in brain cancer. Their synergy with our existing research will accelerate our quest for understanding cancer’s complex nature and developing transformative therapies.

Who we are:

The Institute of Genetics and Cancer, University of Edinburgh is at the forefront of cancer research. Our research spans basic, translational and clinical with fruitful academic, industry and healthcare collaborations within and beyond Edinburgh. We are part of the Cancer Research UK Scotland Centre.

At IGC we believe we believe that diversity and inclusion are crucial for driving innovation, fostering creativity, and achieving excellence. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the table. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, and socio-economic status.

Potential candidates are encouraged to contact Professor David Argyle, Head of College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at head.cmvm@ed.ac.uk; Professor Margaret Frame, Head of the Institute of Genetics and Cancer at m.frame@ed.ac.uk, Professor Sarah Cunningham-Burley Dean of Molecular, Genetic, and Population Health Sciences at Sarah.C.Burley@ed.ac.uk

Your skills and attributes for success:

• An established, outstanding international research reputation in functional and translational genomic medicine and its application to disease, with a strong track record of publications in world-leading peer reviewed international journals.
• Ability to lead and develop an interdisciplinary research team.
• Ability to secure substantial research funding.
• Experience and capability to act as role model in the areas of research, teaching, and research management.
• Ability to lead and motivate people to manage resources and contribute to the running of a university department.