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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Employer
University of Utah Department of Neurobiology
Location
Salt Lake City, Utah
Salary
Negotiated
Closing date
Nov 5, 2024
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TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION in NEUROSCIENCE


The Department of Neurobiology at the University of Utah (http://www.neuro.utah.edu/) is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at any rank to lead a research team with a focus on addressing mechanisms of brain function while fostering academic culture and community. Areas of interest for the present search include systems neuroscience, cellular, molecular, and circuit mechanisms underlying behavior or perception, and research with relevance to human disease. However, strong candidates from any area of neuroscience will be considered. Candidates with expertise in computational approaches to analyzing nervous system function and bridging multiple levels of analysis are particularly encouraged to apply.


The department is vibrant and growing and is strongly committed to a promoting a collegial, collaborative and nurturing community of scientists and to fostering success of new investigators and trainees, both at the university and in neuroscience more generally. A demonstrated commitment to these principles will weigh heavily in the selection process.


Individuals must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D., or equivalent degrees at any rank, with two or more years of postdoctoral experience. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in research with strong potential for securing and sustaining independent extramural funding. The department offers excellent resources to support new faculty, including competitive salary and start-up support, newly renovated research space, active faculty mentoring, core facilities, interdepartmental graduate training programs, and a collegial research environment, with a growing focus on neuroscience research across campus. A successful applicant will be expected to develop an innovative, independent research program, and share our commitment to fostering community as well as excellence in graduate and medical education.


For full consideration, applications should be received by Nov. 1, 2024. Only electronic applications will be accepted, and should include:

· Cover letter addressing research interests and potential fit to the department
· Curriculum vitae;
· Research Statement (3 – 4 pgs) addressing overall scientific vision and goals;
· Additional Statement (1 pg) describing commitment to mentoring and community building;
· List of references
 

To apply please go to https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/169492
Please contact Neha Kushan – neha.kushan@neuro.utah.edu for additional information.
 

Top applicants will be invited for a zoom and in-person interview to discuss their research vision and plans, as well as potential future efforts for strengthening academic culture and research community at the University of Utah.


The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or status as a Protected Veteran. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University’s nondiscrimination policy or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.

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