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Assistant Professor-Research Track-Neurodegenerative Diseases, CNDR and Neuropathology

Assistant Professor

Jun 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Type

Non-Tenure Research Track

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.
4+ years postdoctoral experience
Expertise in molecular biology, neurobiology, super-resolution microscopy
Focus on neurodegenerative diseases (Parkinson’s, synucleinopathies prioritized)
National/international funding
Ability to integrate with department

Research Areas

Neurodegenerative Diseases
Parkinson’s Disease
Synucleinopathies
CNDR
Neuropathology
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Assistant Professor-Research Track-Neurodegenerative Diseases, CNDR and Neuropathology

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date

Jun 26, 2024

Deadline

Jun 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of molecular biology, neurobiology and super-resolution microscopy, focusing on investigations of neurodegenerative diseases. Candidates with demonstrated expertise in Parkinson’s Disease and synucleinopathies will be prioritized. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree.

Research or scholarship responsibilities may include developing independent, externally funded research program and collaborative programs that align with the scope of the Center of Neurodegenerative Diseases Research (CNDR) and Neuropathology, and maintaining continuous scholarly productivity and scientific impact at the national level.

Candidates are expected to have an outstanding scientific background, with a minimum of four years of postdoctoral research experience, and to compete for or to have obtained national or international funding, and to demonstrate their ability to integrate within the Department.

We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for this Assistant Professor position?

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree with expertise in molecular biology, neurobiology, and super-resolution microscopy, focusing on neurodegenerative diseases. Priority for Parkinson’s Disease and synucleinopathies experts. Minimum 4 years postdoctoral experience, proven funding success, and departmental integration ability required. See faculty jobs for similar roles.

🔬What are the main responsibilities in this research track role?

Develop an independent, externally funded research program and collaborative initiatives aligning with CNDR and Neuropathology. Maintain scholarly productivity and national-level scientific impact. Focus on neurodegenerative diseases investigations using advanced techniques. Explore research jobs for more opportunities.

📅When is the application deadline and how to apply?

Applications open Jun 26, 2024, deadline Jun 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET. Submit via University of Pennsylvania portal. Prepare CV, research statement, and references highlighting postdoctoral experience and funding. Check academic CV tips.

📚Is teaching required in this non-tenure research track?

This is a non-tenure research track position emphasizing research over teaching. No specific teaching load mentioned; focus on building research programs in neurodegenerative diseases. Suitable for pure researchers. View postdoc roles for related paths.

🌍Does the position offer diversity support or visa sponsorship?

University seeks candidates embracing diversity; EOE encouraging minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans. No mention of visa sponsorship. Philadelphia, PA location. Learn more via employer branding.
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