Associate Professor - PhD

The Department of Dermatology seeks a highly motivated and accomplished PhD scientist for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a robust, externally funded research program that advances the understanding of skin biology, cutaneous disease, and/or translational dermatologic science. The candidate will contribute to the academic mission through research, teaching, mentorship, and service.

Research

• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program in dermatology or a related field.
• Publish high-impact, peer-reviewed scholarly work.
• Collaborate with clinical and basic science faculty to foster interdisciplinary research initiatives.
• Contribute to the growth of translational and/or clinical research efforts within the department.

Teaching and Mentorship

• Participate in graduate, medical, and/or postdoctoral education.
• Mentor trainees, including PhD students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty.
• Develop and deliver lectures, seminars, and course materials aligned with departmental needs.

Service and Leadership

• Serve on departmental, school, and university committees.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and program development within the department.
• Provide leadership in research programs, cores, or centers, as appropriate.

Compensation and Benefits

Expected salary range: $120,000-$263,515. The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. For more information, please contact the hiring department.

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.

Candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a brief statement of interest to Shawn Kwatra, MD, Chair, Department of Dermatology at SKwatra@som.umaryland.edu

The University of Maryland, Baltimore and the University of Maryland School of Medicine are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. We value diversity and how it enriches our academic and scientific community and strive toward cultivating an inclusive environment that supports all employees.

Qualifications

• PhD in dermatology-related field (e.g., immunology, molecular biology, genetics, biomedical sciences, or related discipline).
• Established record of independent research with sustained extramural funding (e.g., NIH or equivalent).
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and mentoring.
• Academic credentials that meet criteria for appointment at the Associate Professor level.