Assistant Professor

USC Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The USC Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology is seeking an Assistant Professor for a tenure-track position focused on craniofacial biology research. Ideal candidates will hold a Ph.D. in relevant fields and have a proven research record.

This position offers tools to explore cell signaling, gene regulation, and more while collaborating in a vibrant research environment at USC.

Qualifications

• Strong record of high-quality research with significant publications in the field.
• Candidates with K99/R00 or other independent support are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in craniofacial biology and beyond.
• Collaborate with shared resources and graduate students.

Skills

Cell and developmental biology

Tissue regeneration

Cell signaling

Gene regulation

Computational modeling

High-quality research

Education

Ph.D. in developmental biology, cell biology, genetics, or molecular biology

Job description

The Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology (CCMB, http://ccmb.usc.edu/) of the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of the University of Southern California (USC) is recruiting outstanding candidates for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to conduct cutting-edge research in the areas of cell and developmental biology, tissue regeneration, cell signaling, gene regulation, computational modeling, head and neck cancer, and other congenital or acquired human diseases using genetic, genomic and/or epigenomic approaches. At the CCMB, these disciplines focus on craniofacial biology and beyond. There are significant resources to support all aspects of our research. The University of Southern California offers an exciting, and highly supportive environment to conduct collaborative basic, clinical, and translational research. At the health science campus, faculty members at CCMB have access to all research centers, shared resources, and graduate students in all programs. The position may qualify for a joint appointment with the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in developmental biology, cell biology, genetics, or molecular biology. Candidates with both a Ph.D. and either a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree are encouraged to apply. Candidates must have a strong record of high-quality research with significant publications in their field. Candidates with K99/R00 or other independent support are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae, statement of current and future research plans (2-3 pages), selected recent publications, and arrange to have three letters of reference sent to: