University of Minnesota
Assistant Professor - Department of Neuroscience
The candidate will establish an outstanding research program with high-quality publications and develop extramural funding mechanisms to pursue their research interests. They will provide high-quality teaching and mentorship in professional, graduate, and undergraduate neuroscience programs. Faculty members are also expected to participate in departmental, medical school, and university service activities, including national and international service roles.
Key Responsibilities
- • Establish an outstanding research program and generate the highest quality publications.
- • Develop programs clearly identified with the candidate, assuming programmatic leadership and developing extramural funding mechanisms.
- • Provide high quality teaching and mentorship in professional courses, the Graduate Program in Neuroscience, and the undergraduate program.
- • Participate regularly in seminars and colloquia, faculty meetings, and serve on department committees.
- • Serve occasionally on Medical School or University committees.
- • Provide service at a national/international level such as editorial duties, grant review, or organizing conferences and workshops.
Required
- • PhD and/or MD degree
- • Must be a US citizen or be able to secure permanent resident status
Benefits & Perks
- • Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- • Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- • Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- • University HSA contributions
- • Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- • Employee wellbeing program
- • Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- • Financial counseling services
- • Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- • Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
About The Job
The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota Medical School is seeking candidates for a tenure-track (Assistant Professor) faculty appointment. The department spans a wide range of research questions with a proven dedication to team science and collaborative work.
The Department of Neuroscience is a basic science department in the Medical School. The Department has a sustained reputation for research excellence, as it is 12 th among neuroscience departments nationally based on the 2023 Blue Ridge rankings. For this position, we are searching for outstanding candidates, regardless of research focus, who will promote synergy across disciplines in our medical school to advance foundational science and discovery as well as preclinical research. Scientists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Strengths At The University Of Minnesota Include
Resources at the University include the UMN Viral Vector and Cloning Core, which allows onsite vector production and development; the University Imaging Center, which is a Nikon Center of Excellence; the Institute for Therapeutics Discovery and Development with the resources and expertise to develop new drug therapies; the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, which provides resources to implement new treatment strategies and is a conduit to promote the community-wide understanding and application of scientific discoveries. Minnesota is also the home of multiple biomedical research companies and world-renowned hospitals. The University of Minnesota is dedicated to improving diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. The Department of Neuroscience has developed several programs in this area.
Assignment and Duties
The candidate's responsibilities include Research, Teaching, and Service.
Research: The Department expects that the candidate will establish an outstanding research program and generate the highest quality publications. The candidate should develop programs clearly identified with them, in which they can assume a programmatic leadership role and develop extramural funding mechanisms that allow them to pursue their areas of interest throughout their career.
Teaching: Neuroscience has teaching duties in professional courses and the Graduate Program in Neuroscience as well as the undergraduate program. The expectation is that the candidate provides both high quality teaching and mentorship. The departmental goal is to distribute the teaching load equitably across faculty members.
Service: The Department expects that its faculty members regularly participate in seminars and colloquia, faculty meetings, and serve on department committees. Occasionally faculty members are expected to serve on Medical School or University committees. The Department also expects that the candidate will provide service at a national/international level (e.g. editorial duties, grant review, or organizing conferences and workshops).
Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD and/or MD degree and must be a US citizen or be able to secure permanent resident status
Pay And Benefits
Pay Range: $90,000 - $125,000 ; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes
Candidates with non-traditional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Formal review of applications will begin November 4, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should include a curriculum vitae and a brief statement of their research interests (3 pages maximum). In addition, candidates should include a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement which will form an important part of the selection process. In addition to the completion of the online application, applicants should email as a single PDF of their application to kbeteram@umn.edu. Three letters of reference are also required and should be sent directly by the letter writers to kbeteram@umn.edu.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About The U Of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota Medical School is seeking candidates for a tenure-track (Assistant Professor) faculty appointment. The department spans a wide range of research questions with a proven dedication to team science and collaborative work.
The Department of Neuroscience is a basic science department in the Medical School. The Department has a sustained reputation for research excellence, as it is 12 th among neuroscience departments nationally based on the 2023 Blue Ridge rankings. For this position, we are searching for outstanding candidates, regardless of research focus, who will promote synergy across disciplines in our medical school to advance foundational science and discovery as well as preclinical research. Scientists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Strengths At The University Of Minnesota Include
- The Institute for Translational Neuroscience, which supports research at the interface between the bench and the bedside.
- The Center for Magnetic Resonance Research, which is at the forefront of high magnetic field strength imaging in both humans and animals.
- The Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain, dedicated to advance brain health across the lifespan.
- The MnDRIVE initiative, which supports research and translation relevant to neuromodulation for brain conditions.
Resources at the University include the UMN Viral Vector and Cloning Core, which allows onsite vector production and development; the University Imaging Center, which is a Nikon Center of Excellence; the Institute for Therapeutics Discovery and Development with the resources and expertise to develop new drug therapies; the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, which provides resources to implement new treatment strategies and is a conduit to promote the community-wide understanding and application of scientific discoveries. Minnesota is also the home of multiple biomedical research companies and world-renowned hospitals. The University of Minnesota is dedicated to improving diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. The Department of Neuroscience has developed several programs in this area.
Assignment and Duties
The candidate's responsibilities include Research, Teaching, and Service.
Research: The Department expects that the candidate will establish an outstanding research program and generate the highest quality publications. The candidate should develop programs clearly identified with them, in which they can assume a programmatic leadership role and develop extramural funding mechanisms that allow them to pursue their areas of interest throughout their career.
Teaching: Neuroscience has teaching duties in professional courses and the Graduate Program in Neuroscience as well as the undergraduate program. The expectation is that the candidate provides both high quality teaching and mentorship. The departmental goal is to distribute the teaching load equitably across faculty members.
Service: The Department expects that its faculty members regularly participate in seminars and colloquia, faculty meetings, and serve on department committees. Occasionally faculty members are expected to serve on Medical School or University committees. The Department also expects that the candidate will provide service at a national/international level (e.g. editorial duties, grant review, or organizing conferences and workshops).
Qualifications
Candidates must have a PhD and/or MD degree and must be a US citizen or be able to secure permanent resident status
Pay And Benefits
Pay Range: $90,000 - $125,000 ; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Candidates with non-traditional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Formal review of applications will begin November 4, 2024, and will continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should include a curriculum vitae and a brief statement of their research interests (3 pages maximum). In addition, candidates should include a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement which will form an important part of the selection process. In addition to the completion of the online application, applicants should email as a single PDF of their application to kbeteram@umn.edu. Three letters of reference are also required and should be sent directly by the letter writers to kbeteram@umn.edu.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About The U Of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
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