UM FIRST Assistant Professor

University of Maryland, Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate faculty members in cancer biology and neuroscience. This innovative program aims to create a supportive environment for early-career researchers, offering competitive salaries, startup packages, and comprehensive mentorship. Faculty will have the opportunity to advance their research careers while contributing to a diverse and inclusive community. This is a unique chance to join a collaborative effort focused on excellence in biomedical research, fostering a vibrant academic environment that supports the next generation of scientists.

Benefits

Comprehensive Mentorship

Career Coaching

Research Navigation Support

Grant-Writing Instruction

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a strong commitment to diversity and equity.
• Experience in developing independent research programs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Compete for federal research funding and develop independent research programs.
• Mentorship and professional development will be provided.

Skills

Research Funding Competitiveness

Independent Research Program Development

Diversity Commitment

Education

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Job description

Job Description

Through a multi-year NIH Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation (FIRST) Cohort program grant, The University of Maryland FIRST Program was established to create an environment conducive to supporting highly effective biomedical researchers. In partnership, University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) and University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) are committed to establishing a home for inclusive excellence. A diverse group of faculty interested in biomedical research will be hired in cohorts of 2-3 until positions are filled. Faculty hires will receive competitive salaries, startup packages, and laboratory space. UM FIRST faculty will also benefit from inter-institutional support including mentoring, career advocacy, and guidance within the research enterprise.

Through this joint program, UMSOM and UMBC are hiring a diverse cohort of faculty in cancer biology, neuroscience, and microbiology/immunology, areas of strength at both institutions. Candidates whose research aligns with departments, institutes, and centers that support early-career faculty are encouraged to apply. We anticipate hiring the next cohort in 2024-2025.

In this recruitment phase, we are particularly interested in candidates for UMSOM in cancer biology and/or neuroscience.

The UM FIRST Program aims to foster inclusive excellence and support the development of a community that promotes individuals who:

• successfully compete for federal research funding
• develop vibrant, independent research programs
• have not held or currently hold a tenure-track position
• preferably meet NIH-defined Early Stage Investigator criteria
• demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity

Hired faculty will receive comprehensive support including sponsorship, mentorship, career coaching, research navigation, grant-writing instruction, and professional development to help mitigate challenges faced by early-career researchers and accelerate their careers.

Qualifications

All qualified individuals committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion are encouraged to apply. We value applicants from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including but not limited to race, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, or socio-economic background, as these perspectives can help address healthcare disparities.

Please submit a cover letter, CV, research statement, and a personal statement on how your background will advance biomedical research or education. For inquiries, click here. Interested candidates may apply at the provided link.

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