Assistant Professor

University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 104,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Carolina Floyd School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy. The successful candidate will establish an independent, externally funded research program and contribute to teaching in medical and graduate Biomedical Sciences programs.

Ideal candidates will align with department strengths in cardiovascular development or disease, participate in NIH-style multi-investigator opportunities, and

Qualifications

• Publications as evidence of scientific writing.
• Ability to present scientific work orally.
• Experience in educating medical and graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching in medical and graduate Biomedical Sciences programs.
• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.
• collaborate with department faculty on research and education

Skills

Scientific writing

Oral presentations

Teaching medical/grad students

Education

Ph.D./M.D./M.D.-PhD

Job description

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Professional Development Opportunities

Position Summary

Position Description

The University of South Carolina Floyd School of Medicine is looking for an Assistant Professor, Tenure track to join the Cell, Biology and Anatomy department.

The Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy at the University of South Carolina Floyd School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Our department has a dynamic, collaborative faculty with research expertise in cardiovascular development and disease. Information on individual faculty research interests is available at our website: Cell, Biology and Anatomy. Ideal candidates will have scientific interests that synergize with current department research activities while broadening our existing strengths and bringing new scientific approaches to the department.

South Carolina is an NIH IDeA state which could provide applicants the opportunity to participate in multi-investigator/institutional grants at USC such as NIH Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBREs), the Center for Clinical and Translational Research (an NIH CTR -D), and the SC IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (SC INBRE ) programs. In addition to our commitment to cutting edge research, the department contributes significantly to the educational mission of the School of Medicine by teaching in both the medical and graduate Biomedical Sciences programs.

Skills/knowledge/abilities:

• Scientific writing experience evidenced by publications is required;
• Ability to give oral scientific presentations is expected;
• Participation in educating medical and graduate students

Applicants are expected to have teaching interests, and potentially experience, that would allow integration into departmental educational responsibilities which include courses in human anatomy, histology, cell biology, biochemistry, and cardiovascular sciences.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter indicating how the applicant’s research plan and teaching interests fit within and complement the department
• Curriculum vitae
• Research plans – a two-page description of future research plans
• Teaching statement – up to two-page teaching statement which includes mentoring philosophy
• Complete contact information for at least three references through the University of South Carolina online jobs portal (insert link).

Required Education and Experience

Applicants must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. with postdoctoral experience. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will have appropriate postdoctoral experience and clear potential to establish an extramurally funded research program in cardiovascular development or disease related areas.

Appointment Details

Desired Start Date: 01/01/2027

Job Open Date: 09/10/2026

Job Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes

Advertised Salary Range: $104,250 - $109,250

Location: Part/Full Time Full Time

Hours per Week: 37.5

Position Category: Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis: 12 months

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References and Contact Information
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement

Optional Documents

• Other Supporting Documents