Neuroscientist

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama is seeking a research-intensive neuroscientist for a tenure-track assistant/associate professor role within the Department of Physiology and Cell Biology. Ideal candidates should have expertise in blood–brain barrier mechanisms and neurodegeneration, alongside strong communication skills and postdoctoral experience.

This role offers opportunities for collaboration with the Kelly Butler Center and teaching within health sciences. Competitive applicants will possess a Ph.D. and/or M.D. and experience in securing grants.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree required.
• Postdoctoral experience preferred.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research related to neural mechanisms.
• Secure extramural grants.
• Teach in medical and graduate schools.

Skills

Expertise in blood-brain barrier mechanisms

Neural information processing

Neuroinflammation

Experience with neurodegeneration

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree

Postdoctoral experience

Job description

The Department of Physiology and Cell Biology at the University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine is recruiting a research‑intensive neuroscientist for a tenure‑track assistant/associate professor position. The successful candidate will have expertise related to mechanisms controlling blood–brain barrier integrity, neural information processing, neuroinflammation, proteopathic mechanisms of neural degeneration, genetic causes of neurodegeneration, and/or mechanisms of impaired neuromuscular function. The successful recruit will complement the research efforts of the Kelly Butler Center for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and the Gulf Coast Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.

We are seeking individuals who are highly engaged and work well with basic and clinical science collaborators, with exceptional written and oral communication skills and a record of success securing extramural grants, as appropriate for academic rank. Competitive applicants must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree, postdoctoral experience, and demonstrated aptitude in their field of study. Teaching opportunities within the medical and graduate schools are available.

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