Open Rank Research Neuroscience Institute

Job Description

We are seeking candidates for tenured or tenure-track positions at all ranks who work on the molecular basis of neurological disorders, including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, ALS-FTD, Ataxia, Huntington's disease, Multiple Sclerosis, stroke/vascular dementia, and other neurological and psychiatric disorders, as well as aging and brain repair. Successful candidates for these positions are expected to have already established or have the potential to develop a nationally recognized, competitively funded research program and participate in graduate/medical student education and mentoring.

Responsibilities

Provide didatic and benchside teaching of undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Provide Departmental or college-wide seminars.

Perform basic and translational research in the area of neuroscience and neurodegenerative diseases. Apply for external grants. Publish in peer-review journals and present research at appropriate external scientific conferences.

Participate in service functions of the department and university, as well as at the national levels, including committees, editorial boards, and study sections.

Qualifications

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. For Associate/Full Professor - Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization.

As part of the application, please upload a single PDF that includes a cover letter, CV, research statement and the names and contact information of five references.