Assistant Professor — Regenerative Bone & Craniofacial Research

C001 Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ); Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine seeks a dynamic Assistant Professor to develop an independent, externally funded research program focused on wound healing, musculoskeletal repair and regeneration, with emphasis on alveolar bone regeneration and craniofacial biology.

The successful candidate will contribute to advancing fundamental and translational research that improves understanding of tissue regeneration and supports the development of novel therapeutic strategies.

Qualifications

• PhD, DDS/PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent in biomedical sciences, bone biology, tissue engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated research productivity with peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of potential for securing extramural funding.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain an independent, externally funded research program in musculoskeletal biology and regenerative medicine.
• Develop research on bone biology, skeletal repair, and craniofacial/alveolar bone regeneration.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at national/international meetings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across basic science, clinical departments, and industry partners.
• Contribute to teaching in predoctoral, postdoctoral, and graduate programs and mentor trainees.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.

Skills

Research productivity

Grant funding potential

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD, DDS/PhD, MD/PhD or equivalent

Job description

The James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine seeks a dynamic Assistant Professor to develop an independent, externally funded research program focused on wound healing, musculoskeletal repair and regeneration, with emphasis on alveolar bone regeneration and craniofacial biology.

The successful candidate will contribute to advancing fundamental and translational research that improves understanding of tissue regeneration and supports the development of novel therapeutic strategies.