Pathology- Tenure Track Faculty
Summary of Position:
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine (Temple University, Philadelphia) seeks outstanding basic and translational neuroscientists for a tenure-track faculty position.
The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor. Applicants should have an MD and/or PhD degree and are expected to have or establish a creative, independent research program. A track record of extramural funding (NIH, NSF, or industry) is required.Areas of particular interest are neurovascular biology, tissue engineering for functional models of neurovascular units, and drug delivery into the central nervous system. Another focus area is mechanisms of lung injury in various inflammatory conditions, functional models of alveolar epithelial barrier, and lung drug delivery.
The research environment is interdisciplinary and highly collaborative. Generous startup funds and outstanding new open lab space (including a new BSL-3 facility) are available. New faculty will have the opportunity to collaborate with a very active group of NIH-funded neuroscientists within the Department focusing on blood-brain barrier regulation, HIV CNS infection, stroke, neuro-lupus, effects of diabetes, and effects of alcohol/drug abuse and electronic cigarettes on the neurovascular unit and of alveolar epithelial barrier.
This position will complement and synergize with ongoing basic, translational, and clinical research programs in the Department and across Temple’s Medical campus.
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Qualified applicants will have Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degrees, have completed rigorous training, and demonstrated the ability to develop an independent, extramurally funded research laboratory. The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine supports multidisciplinary research to study a variety of diseases focusing on neurovascular pathology (neuroinflammation, HIV infection, stroke, neuro-lupus effects of drugs of abuse and alcohol) and lung injury (inflammation, effects of drugs of abuse, electronic cigarettes, and alcohol).Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise and a successful track record in these areas.
Faculty Appointment, Benefits/Compensation
The new faculty member will carry a Tenure Track faculty appointment in LKSOM within the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. The annual compensation shall be determined based on experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, a comprehensive suite of benefits includes a generous 403b retirement match, 457b, health, dental, vision, life, malpractice, and tuition remission.In addition, the position offers a uniquely supportive academic environment strengthened by Temple’s mission-driven culture to provide and promote world-class equitable patient care, medical education and research, individual career development, and collegiality among faculty.
Procedure for Candidacy
To become a part of this supportive and energetic community, applicants must complete an online application.
Your application will be considered complete once you have submitted all the required documents and information.
Application materials must include: a current curriculum vitae, a comprehensive letter of interest stating your area of expertise and qualifications; a synopsis of accomplishments and research goals; a brief statement of teaching interests, and three letters of reference or contact information for 3 professional references (name, title, email address and phone number for each).A statement describing participation in activities that promote diversity and inclusion and/or plans to make future contributions is strongly encouraged. Please combine all documents into a single PDF file.
The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please address your application to: Yuri Persidsky, MD, Ph.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, LKSOM C/O William Mawhinney, Senior Recruiter, Physician/Faculty Recruitment and Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
We are especially interested in qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups. For more information about diversity at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, please visit the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
Temple University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.