Tenure-Track Neuroscience Professor: iPSC & Organoid Models

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Biology with a focus on Cell and Molecular Neuroscience. We seek candidates working with iPSC-derived neural cells, organoids, and organ-on-chip systems to study neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative disorders.

Responsibilities include establishing an independent, funded research program, teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, mentoring trainees, and contributing to departmental

Qualifications

• PhD required in Biology or Neuroscience.
• Tenure-track faculty position at University of Kentucky.
• Expertise in Cell and Molecular Neuroscience.
• Experience with iPSC/organoid models encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Establish independent research funded by extramural grants.
• Develop and teach undergraduate courses including Developmental Neurobiology.
• Mentor graduate students and postdocs; supervise students.
• Provide service to department, university, and profession.

Skills

iPSC-derived neural cells

Cerebral organoids

Organoid models

Genome editing

Imaging

Transcriptomics

Proteomics

Electrophysiology

Computational approaches

Education

PhD in Biology/Neuroscience

Job description

The University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Biology with a focus on Cell and Molecular Neuroscience. We seek candidates working with iPSC-derived neural cells, organoids, and organ-on-chip systems to study neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative disorders.

Responsibilities include establishing an independent, funded research program, teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, mentoring trainees, and contributing to departmental