Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Basic Medical Sciences (Tenure Track) (MD, PhD, or MD/PhD)

University of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant or Associate Professor in Basic Medical Sciences. This tenure-track position offers a unique opportunity to engage in innovative research in neuroscience, metabolic, and cardiovascular diseases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in extramural funded research and a commitment to teaching and mentoring students. Join a collaborative environment that values diversity and is committed to advancing education and research. This role not only focuses on scholarly work but also emphasizes the importance of community engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of biomedical sciences, this position is for you.

Benefits

Full Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or MD/PhD required with a track record of research funding.
• Experience in teaching and mentoring is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct extramural funded research and scholarly work.
• Teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Professionalism

Education

MD

PhD

MD/PhD

Job description

Assistant, Associate Professor - Basic Medical Sciences (Tenure Track) (MD, PhD, or MD/PhD)
Posting Number req21465
Department COM Phx Basic Medical Sci
Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 425 N. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights

The Department of Basic Medical Sciences at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix is the academic home to a faculty with a diverse research portfolio in basic and translational biomedical sciences.

The Department of Basic Medical Sciences and the College of Medicine – Phoenix is undergoing a significant and strategic expansion in the research enterprise. The department is seeking to recruit new tenure track faculty at the rank of assistant or associate professor to complement and enhance the current cadre of highly innovative, collegial, collaborative, and well-funded group of faculty within the department and college. The research foci of interest will serve to enhance the existing strengths in the department that include neuroscience, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases.

Through discovery, education, and service, the BMS faculty strive to be leaders in their areas of scholarship. Our blended faculty creates a unique environment to perform cutting-edge, innovative, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research aimed at investigating fundamental biological questions and finding solutions to challenges in cancer, metabolic, cardiovascular, as well as neurological diseases. Our investigative team also collaborates with clinical researchers to facilitate the development of novel diagnostics, therapies, and preventive measures. BMS faculty are also engaged in medical and graduate education by developing, delivering, and assessing curricula, and conducting educational scholarship to support the educational mission of the college.

The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member with extramural funded research, scholarly work, actively participate in teaching, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of assistant or associate professor.

The successful candidate will meet the requirements of a tenure track faculty according to the College and University guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Extramural funded research and other scholarly work.
• Teaching and mentoring in undergraduate medical education and graduate education.
• Service in college, university, and nationally.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Outstanding interpersonal communication and professionalism skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD, PhD, MD/PhD, or an equivalent degree.
• Track record of extramural research funding, high impact publications, and teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• Innovative and federally-funded research in neuroscience, metabolic, and cardiovascular diseases.
• Experience and a strong track record in teaching and mentoring.

Rank To be Determined
Tenure Information Tenure Track (T/TE)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay AAMC Public Schools for Rank and Specialty
Compensation Type Salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)
Number of Vacancies 2
Contact Information for Candidates

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

[e-mail]

Open Date 12/13/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

CV, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document required to be considered for the position.

One additional document will be: professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information, and the nature of your work with them.

Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies.

Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff, and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.