Research Assistant Professor - Neuroimmunology - (493702 )

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Research Assistant Professor for the Center for Nuclear Receptors and Cell Signaling at the University of Houston. This non-tenure track position requires expertise in neuroimmunology and aims to advance research on immune dysfunction.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with the PI and contributing to projects on immunology. The ideal candidate will have a PhD, at least 3 years of relevant research experience, and a proven record of scientific publications.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Immunology or fields with experience in immune therapy mechanisms.
• Minimum 3 years post-doctoral experience.
• Minimum 3 years of animal research experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on immune dysfunction in neurodegeneration diseases.
• Collaborate with the laboratory PI.
• Contribute to ongoing immunology projects.

Skills

Research experience in neuroimmunology

Grant writing

Animal research

Education

PhD in Immunology or related fields

Job description

Department: Ctr for Nuclear Rec & CellSig Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description

The Center for Nuclear Receptors and Cell Signaling in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at the University of Houston invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor with experience in neuroimmunology.

The Research Assistant Professor is a non-tenure track faculty position with primary responsibilities in research. This faculty‑level position will report to the laboratory PI. Our group does research on immune dysfunction in neurodegeneration diseases and the development of effective immunotherapy.

Responsibilites

Primary responsibilities are research focused, collaborating with the laboratory PI and contributing to ongoing projects on immunology and neurodegeneration.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Immunology or other fields with deep experience in itching the mechanism of novel immune therapy or immune mechanisms associated with neurodegeneration diseases.
• At least 3‑year post‑doctoral experience.
• At least 3‑year animal research experience.
• Record of research accomplishments (scientific publications on neuroimmunology).
• Evidence of capacity to secure extramural funding.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter, CV, Research Statement, and contact information for 3 references.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate. All positions at the University of Houston‑System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.