Faculty Professor Associate - Full-Time

University of Pittsburgh   Pittsburgh, PA   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 4, 2024
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The Department of Cell Biology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine seeks applications for a faculty position
at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-stream) or Associate Professor (tenured). Ideal candidates will have a strong
record of research accomplishments in the broad area of cell biology, with research programs that will add diversity to
the department as well as synergize with existing strengths in the wider School of Medicine, including over 60 institutes
and centers for specialized research. Examples include (but are not limited to) cancer biology, cardiovascular medicine,
renal physiology, pulmonary medicine, regenerative medicine, and aging. Individuals with interests in protein and
lipid trafficking, intracellular signaling, cytoskeleton, cellular organization, systems cell biology, and advanced imaging
modalities will align well with existing strengths in the department and are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates
should also convey a capacity to contribute to the teaching and service missions of the department and university.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or an equivalent degree in the field of biological sciences. The necessary qualifications/
years of experience required for Assistant Professor level is a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, at least 3 years of post-doctoral
training. The necessary qualifications/years of experience required for Associate Professor level is a PhD or equivalent
degree, and at least 5 years as a tenure-track or tenured Assistant or Associate Professor in an academic institution.
Successful candidates will join an interactive, interdisciplinary group of faculty, students, and fellows, and enjoy access to
the state-of-the-art equipment and facilities at the University of Pittsburgh. Generating over $675 million from NIH grants,
the University of Pittsburgh ranked 3rd in the nation for NIH funding and exceeded $1 billion in external expenditures for
research in FY2022.
To apply, please go to join.pitt.edu, select Faculty Positions, and search for requisition number 23008551 in the keyword
search. Upload curriculum vitae, e-mail addresses of three references, and statements of research interests, teaching
philosophy, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled.

Required Attachments - Other - Research Statement. This is also stated in the advertisement.

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