Assistant Professor of Cell Biology and the Peter O'Donnell Jr. Brain Institute

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) Department of Cell Biology, in conjunction with The Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute, is offering full-time, faculty positions at all academic levels (e.g. assistant, associate, full professor) to outstanding individuals pursuing research focusing on the cell biology of neurodegenerative diseases. All areas of neuroscience are welcome including individuals using cellular, biochemical, molecular or computational approaches to mechanistically understand neurodegeneration (e.g. Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc) or other neurological diseases. A particular area of interest is involvement of lipid metabolism in neurological diseases, particularly in neurodegeneration. This includes neuron or glial lipid metabolism, inter- or intra-cellular lipid trafficking or signaling, organelle biology, and synaptic biology. Investigators identifying new genes/pathways linked to neurological diseases, developing innovative techniques to study neurons or associated cells (e.g. glial, immune cells), or conducting genetic or small molecule screening approaches, are particularly encouraged to apply. 

UTSW is a world-class research institution combining basic and clinically-oriented science across its beautiful campus. It houses 6 Nobel Laurates, 26 members of the National Academy of Science, and 18 National Academy of Medicine members. Faculty in the Department of Cell Biology and the O’Donnell Brain Institute participate in a diverse, vibrant, interdisciplinary, and highly collaborative research community. We seek bold scientists that are using leading edge approaches to answer fundamental and/or translational questions about cells, development, and the brain. The Cell Biology programs at UT Southwestern offer outstanding packages, with competitive salary and excellent benefits. Some positions may be eligible for funding through our NIH Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation (FIRST) research program award. Candidates who feel they may be eligible for a FIRST award can explain why in their cover letter.

Candidates should possess a Ph.D. and/or M.D. and have experience in a related field. Candidates whose career includes clinical care must have or be able to obtain a Texas Medical License. The O’Donnell Brain Institute was created to make basic and clinical brain science a top priority at UT Southwestern. The Institute is housed in a new building on the UTSW North Campus and encompasses major investments in research to delineate the fundamental molecular and circuit mechanisms of brain disease, as well as translational research efforts to advance diagnosis and treatment of these illnesses. 

Applicants at any academic level should apply online at https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/  (search for Job #738122) and upload a single pdf containing a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a 2-page summary of research accomplishments and future plans, and one paragraph descriptions of their three most significant publications (or preprints) that include a link or hyperlink to the publication. Applicants should arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation emailed to the search committee at CellBiologySearch@utsouthwestern.edu Complete applications submitted by October 31 will be considered and we will begin reviewing applications and inviting candidates for interviews as early as October 1, 2024. 

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/