Assistant Professor-Tenure Track

UT Health Science Center San Antonio, Department of Cellular & Integrative Physiology; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Tenure Track in the Department of Cellular and Integrative Physiology. Candidates with a Ph.D. or MD and a strong record in physiology are encouraged to apply.

Preference given to those whose work aligns with Aging & Integrative Physiology, Cardiovascular, GI, Metabolic, Molecular & Cellular Physiology, or Renal areas. The successful candidate will lead an externally funded research program, provide mentoring, and contribute

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or M.D. with a strong record of innovative research and scholarship.
• Preference for candidates whose work complements departmental strengths in physiology and aging.
• Strong commitment to mentorship and teaching across multiple medical and biomedical programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an externally funded research program with robust mentorship.
• Contribute to the department's teaching mission across the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, and the GSBS.
• Foster collaboration and leadership within the department and with regional partners.

Skills

PhD or MD

Education

PhD or MD

Job description

The Department of Cellular and Integrative Physiology in the Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio invites applications for an Assistant Professor, Tenure Track.Individuals holding a Ph.D., or MD with an outstanding record of innovative research and academic scholarship broadly related to any area of physiology are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates whose interests complement departmental strengths, including Aging & Integrative Physiology of Aging, Cardiovascular Physiology, Gastrointestinal Physiology, Metabolic Physiology; Molecular & Cellular Physiology, and Renal Physiology.

We seek candidates of integrity, dedication and an aspiration for discovery. We highly value the dignity of our university community, collegiality and collaboration. Our department fosters a team atmosphere, with robust mentoring of early‑career faculty and highly supportive departmental leadership strongly invested in the success of our faculty.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive start‑up package and laboratory space.Expectations include maintaining a vigorous externally funded research program, providing exemplary mentorship, and contributing to the department’s teaching mission across the Schools of Medicine, Dentistry, and the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

UT Health San Antonio offers extensive research resources, including the Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s & Neurodegenerative Diseases, Barshop Institute for Longevity & Aging Studies, the Mays Cancer Institute, Center for Biomedical Neuroscience, Center for Molecular Metabolism, Center for Precision Medicine, and the Center for Innovative Drug Discovery.Additional collaborative opportunities exist with regional partners such as the San Antonio Army Military Medical Center, Audie L. Murphy Veterans Hospital, Texas Diabetes Institute, and the Southwest Research Institute. We also aim to expand interactions with UT Austin, UT Southwestern, and Texas A&M University.

San Antonio, a metropolitan area, of 2.7 million residents, is widely known for its high standard of living, numerous cultural events, outstanding schools, and a moderate cost of living.The city is rapidly growing and known for its rich cultural heritage and welcoming community. Nearby attractions include Austin, the Texas Gulf Coast, and the scenic Texas Hill Country.

Applicants are encouraged to visit our websitehttps://www.uthscsa.edu/researchto learn more about our research infrastructure and programs.For questions or discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Jason Pugh, Ph.D. ([e-mail]) or Hye Young Lee, Ph.D. ([e-mail]), Recruitment Committee Co‑Chairs.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.