NIH-Funded Research Professor: Neuroprotection & Stroke

SUNY Downstate Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Medical Center's 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 with implications for stroke.

The successful candidate will maintain an NIH-funded program, contribute to teaching for medical students and MD/PhD/PhD trainees, and provide leadership in research activities across the college, while advancing the institution's

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.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Job description

SUNY Downstate Medical Center's 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 with implications for stroke.

The successful candidate will maintain an NIH-funded program, contribute to teaching for medical students and MD/PhD/PhD trainees, and provide leadership in research activities across the college, while advancing the institution's