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Assistant Professor of Integrative Neuroscience

Employer
Basic Medical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University
Location
West Lafayette, Indiana
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Closing date
Jan 1, 2022

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Discipline
Life Sciences, Biology, Neuroscience
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Faculty
Organization Type
Academia

Job Summary The Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an independent, energetic, well-funded research program in neuroscience, with a focus on translational applications to human or animal health. Preference will be given to those who work in areas of existing strengths within the College, particularly neuro-inflammation/neuro-immunology and neurotrauma. The successful candidate will be expected to teach one or more modules of histology or systemic physiology in veterinary professional programs and in graduate courses. The successful candidate will also serve as a mentor and advisor to undergraduate, professional, and graduate students in research programs.

Education Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a biological science and relevant postdoctoral experience. Preference will be given to individuals who also hold a D.V.M. (or equivalent) degree. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with a broad range of researchers in one or more entities on the Purdue campus, including the Center for Paralysis within the College of Veterinary Medicine (https://vet.purdue.edu/cpr/ ); the Purdue Institute on Integrative Neurosciences (https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/institute-for-integrative-neuroscience); Purdue University Center for Cancer Research (https://www.purdue.edu/cancer-research); and the Purdue Institute for Drug Discovery (www.purdue.edu/discoverypark/drug-discovery); as well as take advantage of the vast resources of Purdue’s Discovery Park (https://www.purdue.edu/discoverypark).

Experience We are particularly interested in candidates who utilize pre-clinical and translational animal models of disease. The ideal applicant will be an investigator with exceptional promise of success in research, a proven record of being able to attract extramural funding and a demonstrated commitment to teaching the next generation of scientists and medical professionals.

FLSA Status Purdue University’s Department of Basic Medical Sciences is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including scholarship, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in a separate Diversity and Inclusion statement, indicating their past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.

Application Procedures To apply, please visit careers.purdue.edu. Application materials should include a complete Curriculum Vitae, a 2-3 page description of current and future goals, including separate sections on research goals, teaching goals, and professional contributions to the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applications must also include the names and contact information for three references.

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. A background check is required for employment by the University.

The start date for the position is negotiable. Requests for more information should be sent to Dr. Susan M. Mendrysa (mendrysa@purdue.edu) at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Purdue University, 625 Harrison Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2026. Please apply through SuccessFactors.

 

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

 

 

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