Assistant Professor - Medicine

1000scholars; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Penn State College of Medicine invites applications for a term, non‑tenure line Assistant Professor in Medicine. The Division of Nephrology seeks an innovative investigator focused on CKM syndrome using epidemiology and machine learning, with translational science in mind.

The role emphasizes development of an independent, funded research program and education of trainees within a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in epidemiology or related field.
• Expertise in epidemiology or machine learning theory in chronic disease studies.
• Strong record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Evidence of current or potential extramural funding.
• Commitment to collaborative and interdisciplinary research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.
• Provide expertise in epidemiology, machine learning, predictive modeling and work with large data.
• Collaborate with investigators across nephrology, cardiology, endocrinology, and translational medicine.
• Contribute to graduate and medical education, including mentorship of trainees and junior investigators.
• Participate in departmental service consistent with departmental expectations.

Skills

Epidemiology

Machine learning

Publications

Extramural funding

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in epidemiology or related field

Job description

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Position: Assistant Professor of Medicine

Department: Department of Medicine, Penn State College of Medicine

Position Summary: The Division of Nephrology in the Department of Medicine at Penn State College of Medicine invites applications for a non tenure line Assistant Professor in Medicine. We seek an innovative investigator with expertise in the application of epidemiology and machine learning methods in the study of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, with a strong commitment to translational science and extramural funding.

This position will play a critical role in advancing research in nephrology, supporting interdisciplinary collaboration in the Department of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.
• Provide expertise in epidemiology, machine learning, predictive modeling and work with large data.
• Collaborate with investigators across nephrology, cardiology, endocrinology, and translational medicine.
• Contribute to graduate and medical education, including mentorship of trainees and junior investigators.
• Participate in departmental service consistent with departmental expectations.

Qualifications

• PhD in epidemiology or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in use of epidemiology or machine learning theory in study of chronic disease conditions.
• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of current or potential extramural funding.
• Commitment to collaborative and interdisciplinary research.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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