Assistant Professor at CUMC

Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Department of Neurology invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor to develop a translational research program focused on molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration. We seek an outstanding human electrophysiologist and engineer to lead studies of electrical stimulation spinal stimulation. The candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team that includes clinicians in neurology and neurosurgery, physiologists, and data scientists seeking to improve movement in people living with paralysis. The successful candidate will hold a medical and/or research doctoral degree, will be expected to establish an externally funded laboratory, mentor trainees, and contribute to departmental teaching and collaborative translational initiatives at and outside CUIMC. The Assistant Professor will be Non-tenure at CUMC.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead an innovative research program investigating neuromodulation to improve sensorimotor circuits and improve skilled movement.
• Secure extramural funding (NIH, foundation, industry partnerships) to support a sustainable research program; prepare and submit competitive grant applications.
• Design and oversee experiments using physiology and imaging to understand the circuits that control movement in health and disease/injury and to modulate that function with tolls of neuromodulation as appropriate.
• Translate mechanistic research findings toward therapeutic strategies in collaboration with clinicians and manage collaborations with translational/industry partners.
• Publish high-quality manuscripts and present results at national/international meetings; participate in patenting and technology-translation activities where appropriate.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, research staff, and trainees; contribute to the Department’s graduate and medical student teaching program and to recruitment/training efforts.
• Collaborate across departments and centers and engage in departmental service (committees, seminars, outreach).

Qualifications

MD, PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree with postdoctoral research experience in neuroscience, cell biology, neurodegeneration, or a strongly related field.

Demonstrated research focus on sensorimotor systems neuroscience and engineering approaches to understanding and changing the nervous system as evidenced by publications and project leadership.

Experience with mathematical and statistical methods to analyze large data sets or closely related technical expertise.

Track record of peer-reviewed publications in respected journals demonstrating independent productivity.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.