Assistant or Associate Professor, Developmental or Stem Cell Biology

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Medical University seeks an accomplished investigator to develop an externally funded program in cell and developmental biology. The successful candidate will contribute to graduate and medical education, mentor trainees, and engage in departmental and institutional service.

Areas of interest include vertebrate development, stem cell differentiation, organogenesis, iPSC-derived disease models, organoids, and live imaging. Rank and track depend on qualifications and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD-equivalent required; postdoctoral or independent research experience preferred.
• Track record of scholarly productivity and funding potential.
• Experience leading and mentoring trainees in research environments.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an externally funded research program.
• Contribute to graduate and medical education.
• Mentor graduate and medical trainees; supervise research staff.
• Participate in departmental and institutional service activities.

Skills

Development biology

Stem cell biology

Organoid models

Single-cell analysis

Live imaging

Developmental signaling

Mechanobiology

Education

PhD or MD-equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an innovative, externally funded research program; contribute to graduate and medical education; mentor trainees; and participate in departmental and institutional service. Research areas of interest include vertebrate development, stem cell differentiation, organogenesis, iPSC‑derived disease models, organoids, tissue patterning, live imaging, spatial or single‑cell approaches, mechanobiology, and developmental signaling.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree and have relevant postdoctoral or independent research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree in cell or developmental biology or a related field and currently hold the rank of an assistant or associate professor or a comparable leadership position in private industry. Applicants should have established track records of funding and research productivity. Successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain a vigorous extramurally funded research program and participate in the education of medical and graduate students.

Work Days

Monday - Friday

Salary Range/Pay Rate

DOQ

Message to Applicants

When applying, please make sure to include names and contact information of three references, provide a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a research statement (up to three pages) consisting of a summary of accomplishments and description of future plans.

Rank And Track Are Dependent Upon Qualifications

Recruitment Office: Aurora Corcoran, Faculty Affairs & Faculty Development