Tenure-Track Pediatric Cardiovascular Scientist

University of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania, in partnership with the CHOP Cardiovascular Institute, invites applications for an Assistant Professor in a tenure-track line. The position focuses on fundamental or translational research in pediatric cardiovascular disease, including development, genetics, and therapies.

The successful candidate will teach graduate/medical students, mentor trainees, and establish an independent, extramurally funded program relevant to pediatric heart and vascular biology, with

Qualifications

• MD and/or PhD or equivalent degree required.
• Experience and expertise in fundamental, translational pediatric cardiovascular research.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and medical students; mentor trainees at multiple career stages.
• Establish and sustain an independent, extramurally funded research program in pediatric heart and vascular biology.
• Collaborate with CHOP Cardiovascular Institute and UPenn CVI; contribute to clinical duties for clinician‑scientists where appropriate.

Skills

Pediatric cardiovascular research

Independent research leadership

Education

MD and/or PhD or equivalent

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania, in partnership with the CHOP Cardiovascular Institute, invites applications for an Assistant Professor in a tenure-track line. The position focuses on fundamental or translational research in pediatric cardiovascular disease, including development, genetics, and therapies.

The successful candidate will teach graduate/medical students, mentor trainees, and establish an independent, extramurally funded program relevant to pediatric heart and vascular biology, with