Associate Professor (Open Rank)

University of Louisville; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Louisville is seeking an Associate Professor open-rank in the Department of Anatomical Sciences & Neurobiology, Health Sciences Center, Louisville. The position supports full-time, term, or tenure-track appointments focusing on neurobiological processes and translational approaches to disease modification.

Candidates must hold an MD or PhD (or both); established extramural funding for Associate level or a clear plan for developing funded programs for Assistant level.

Qualifications

• Requires MD, PhD, or both.
• Associate level requires established extramural funding; Assistant level requires a plan for developing funded program.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advance neurobiological research programs.
• Collaborate across departments in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring within ASNB.

Skills

Research leadership

Collaborative skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

MD, PhD, or both

Tools

Proteomics core

Next-gen sequencing

Imaging technologies

Job description

## Associate Professor (Open Rank)Apply: Health Sciences Center: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 6, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R107574**Department:**Anatomical Science and Neurobiology**Location:**Health Sciences Center**Time Type:**Full time**Worker Type:**Regular**Job Req ID:**R107574**Position Description:**The Department of Anatomical Sciences & Neurobiology (ASNB) in the School of Medicine at the University of Louisville invites applications for full-time, term or tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We are seeking outstanding investigators conducting basic or translational research focused on neurobiological processes and/or therapeutic approaches aimed at improving symptoms or altering the course of disease. Candidates with research programs centered on aging, neurodegenerative diseases and movement disorders are especially encouraged to apply. Additionally, the department has a strong preference for individuals utilizing innovative, cutting-edge technologies to address these research areas.Applicants for the Associate Professor level must have established extramural funding, while candidates for the Assistant Professor level should demonstrate a clear plan for developing and sustaining an innovative, externally funded research program (e.g., through federal agencies, private foundations or industry contracts). These new faculty members will complement the department’s strengths in circuit-level neuroscience, sensory neuroscience and spinal cord injury research and will thrive in our collaborative, interactive and interdisciplinary work environment.The University of Louisville offers state-of-the-art institutional resources, including core facilities for proteomics, next-generation sequencing, metabolomics, animal behavior analysis and advanced imaging technologies.Applicants must hold an M.D., Ph.D., or both. We seek creative, enthusiastic and highly motivated candidates who will contribute to a culture of collaboration, innovation and inclusion. Salary and rank will be commensurate with experience, qualifications and funding.The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter describing research interests and a CV through the University of Louisville job posting website. For questions or additional information, please contact Dr. Martha Bickford, Chair of the Search Committee, at [e-mail].**Equal Employment Opportunity**The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.**Assistance and Accommodations**Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].