NIH-Funded Neuroprotection & Stroke Research Professor

Downstate; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Department of Neurology, invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Research Professor (HS) to lead a laboratory focused on the molecular mechanisms of neuroprotection and neuronal cell death and their therapeutic implications for stroke. The successful candidate will bring a robust funded grant portfolio from the NIH.

The candidate should be a recognized international leader in their field with a record of exemplary scholarship and

Responsibilities

• Pursue research and scholarly work in your field of study
• Seek out external funding to support your research program
• Be involved in university service including committee service, interviewing applicants for our medical and graduate schools, etc.
• Support the educational and research mission of the College of Medicine
• Serve as an Advisor for Medical Student Research within the Department of Medical Education
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of research-related activities involving medical students
• Help ensure that students have access to high-quality research opportunities, mentorship, and resources that support their scholarly development and align with the institution’s mission of advancing medical education and scientific discovery
• Assist with grade appeals within the Department of Medical Education, providing guidance and support throughout the review process
• Participate in the teaching of medical school and graduate school students, which may entail leading small groups, lecturing, and/or serving as a research mentor
• Play an active role in the wider academic community through participation in activities such as departmental and university committee service, interviewing applicants, etc.

Job description

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Department of Neurology, invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Research Professor (HS) to lead a laboratory focused on the molecular mechanisms of neuroprotection and neuronal cell death and their therapeutic implications for stroke. The successful candidate will bring a robust funded grant portfolio from the NIH.

The candidate should be a recognized international leader in their field with a record of exemplary scholarship and