Tenure-Track Faculty Position

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist, in collaboration with Rice University and Weill Cornell Medical College, seeks an open-rank faculty member to advance research on human brain function using electrophysiology, imaging, ultrasound, TMS, and computational approaches.

Candidates should hold PhD, MD/PhD, or MD with postdoctoral experience, a strong publication record, and a history of discovery; a collaborative, translational mindset is essential to drive innovative therapies.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD/PhD, or MD required with relevant postdoc training.
• Strong publication record and history of discovery.
• Experience in collaborative translational brain research.
• Track record in both basic science and potential therapies.

Responsibilities

• Lead research in non-invasive or invasive brain techniques.
• Collaborate with Rice University, Houston Methodist Research Institute, and Weill Cornell.
• Publish findings and translate to innovative therapies.
• Mentor students and junior investigators.

Skills

Collaboration

Publication record

Electrophysiology

Imaging

Computational methods

Education

PhD/MD/MD-PhD

Postdoctoral experience

Job description

Houston Methodist/Rice Center for Neural Systems Restoration

The Center for Neural Systems Restoration is conducting a search for an open-rank faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level with joint appointments at Houston Methodist Research Institute, Rice University, and Weill Cornell Medical College. Strong candidates with relevant training and experience in non-invasive or invasive approaches to examine the human brain, including but not limited to electrophysiology, imaging, ultrasound, TMS, and computational approaches, are strongly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have a track record of discovery and application of basic science approaches that can potentially offer insight into developing innovative therapies for brain dysfunction. The successful candidate will be a driving force in advancing our research capabilities, with a commitment to innovative and groundbreaking research in collaboration with other investigators and taking advantage of the innovative research and translational environment at the Texas Medical Center. Candidates must have a PhD, MD/PhD, or MD degree, have completed relevant postdoctoral experience, have a strong publication record, and a history of scientific discovery.