Assistant/ Associate Professor-Tenure Track

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor for a tenure-track position in New Orleans. The role involves establishing a research program, managing a laboratory, teaching students, and contributing to departmental service. Applicants should possess relevant advanced degrees and research experience, preferably with NIH funding.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of postdoctoral research experience preferred.
• Distinguished record of scholarly activity.
• Experience with NIH RO1 or equivalent funding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an independent research program and manage laboratory operations.
• Teach graduate and medical students.
• Acquire extramural funding and expand collaboration.

Skills

Independent research

Laboratory management

Teaching

Education

Ph.D., M.D., D.M.D., D.O. or equivalent

Job description

Assistant/ Associate Professor-Tenure Track

Location:
New Orleans, LA
Open Date:
May 8, 2023
Description:

This position is expected to maintain an independent research program in our area of expertise, get the laboratory up and running; hire experienced staff; generate data towards publishing papers as a senior author; the position requires the writing of manuscripts, submission of progress reports to funding agencies, and maintenance of laboratory records. Also, the candidate must acquire extramural sources and expand collaboration with departmental and extra-departmental colleagues. The candidate will be involved in teaching graduate and medical students and will be required to provide service to the department and university by serving on committees and in other capacities as needed. Additionally, it is expected that the successful candidate will perform all functions related to their ongoing studies, including supervising students and laboratory technicians.

Qualifications:

The requirements for this position include having either a Ph.D., M.D., D.M.D., D.O. degree, or equivalent; 3-4 years of postdoctoral research experience; a distinguished record of scholarly activity, and the ability to participate in departmental teaching.

Attention will be given to applicants whose areas of research complement and strengthen existing research areas within the Department and the wider School of Medicine. Preference will be given to applicants that have NIH RO1 or equivalent funding at the K-award or higher level.

Application Instructions:

Applicants are asked to provide a full application that includes: a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching experience and teaching philosophy; a summary of research/scholarly accomplishments; interests; and future plans for review by the search committee. Additionally, you are asked to provide the contact information for 3-5 professional references including e-mail addresses.You may upload additional materials to your application. Please submit your application using Interfolio via the Apply Now button on this page.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please have all your materials submitted prior to June 15th. Informal inquiries and further information about the position may be directed to the Department Chair (Dr. David Busija, [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at504-865-4748or by email [e-mail].