"Associate, Full Professor - Neurological Surgery, Gene Therapy Institute (Open Rank/Track Faculty)"

The Department of Neurological Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine is initiating a search for tenure track faculty positions; positions are available at the Associate or Full Professor levels. This position works closely with translational scientists across basic science departments and within the Gene Therapy Institute.

The Ohio State University Gene Therapy Institute is a newly organized interdisciplinary community bringing together world-class faculty with diverse expertise in the area of gene therapy research. Successful applicants will join a rapidly growing research environment dedicated to translating laboratory discoveries through preclinical basic science characterization to first in human clinical testing. Gene Therapy Institute faculty are building a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, research environment to rapidly advance therapies to treat disease. Individuals with research interests in novel gene therapy approaches (viral, non-viral) to manipulate brain function in health and disease are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Required: Candidates should have a Ph.D., and/or M.D. degree, post-doctoral training, a commitment to basic and/or translational neuroscience, and a history of strong research productivity. Individuals will be evaluated on their ability to establish innovative independent research programs as well as develop collaborative ideas of focus with existing programs.

Applications should include a Research Statement detailing planned independent research, description of previous research experience and a detailed curriculum vitae (CV).

Any questions can be directed to the chair of the search, Dr. Krystof Bankiewicz, through Kaitlen Knight at Kaitlen.Knight@osumc.edu.