Assistant or Associate Professor - Neuroscience

The Department of Biomedical Sciences seeks an assistant or associate professor to establish a productive, extramurally funded, independent research program in a research area that complements activities of current Academic Health Care Center Duluth (AHCD) faculty in the area of neuroscience and related areas. The successful candidate will also contribute to the department's educational program at undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels and provide service to the department, institution and the profession.

Program/Unit Description
The Department of Biomedical Sciences (https://med.umn.edu/biomedical) is a community of faculty, students, and staff who are committed to providing an enriching and supportive environment to pursue excellence in medical, graduate, and undergraduate education and generate new knowledge through research. The department offers undergraduate, MS, and PhD laboratory training opportunities in several University programs, and provides a stimulating environment for the training of post-doctoral fellows.

The mission of the University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth campus is to be a leader in educating physicians dedicated to family medicine, to serve the health care needs of rural Minnesota and American Indian communities and discover and disseminate knowledge through research.

Required qualifications for Assistant and Associate Professor level candidates

The successful candidate must have:
1) a Ph.D. or an equivalent terminal degree in an appropriate field, with expertise in any area of neuroscience
2) evidence of competence in teaching and communication (i.e., lecture, seminar or abstract delivery, grant preparation and scientific publication) and in working with diverse groups of people
3) US citizenship, permanent residency, or be able to secure permanent resident status

Assistant Professor candidates must have:
1) track record of publications consistent with the appointment of Assistant Professor, tenure track
2) potential to establish and sustain an extramurally funded research program

Associate professor candidates must have:
1) significant track record of first or senior author publications
2) evidence of a national recognition of the candidates work
3) track record in acquiring extramural funding and currently active extramural funding

Preferred qualifications for both Assistant and Associate level candidates:
The preferred candidate will have:
1) expertise in any area of neuroscience that will complement activities of current faculty in the health sciences at the University of Minnesota.
2) excellent communication skills with a strong desire to train students and postdoctoral fellows, collaborate with other investigators across our university system and participate in the departmental teaching mission
3) strong interest in and a willingness to engage in multidisciplinary research with a record of collaborative research.
4). demonstrated ability to secure significant extramural funding.

The mission of the University of Minnesota Medical School, Duluth campus is to be a national leader in improving healthcare access and outcomes in rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities.

We do this by:

• Educating medical students dedicated to serving rural Minnesota and American Indian/Alaska Native communities

• Fostering excellence in research

• Emphasizing the training of physicians in Family Medicine

• Creating strong partnerships locally, regionally, nationally and internationally

• Working in innovative, interdisciplinary and inter-professional teams

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Scholarship
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

All applicants should include a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of their research interests and future directions, a DEI statement and names and contact information for three references.

This position will remain open until filled.

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The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD)

The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue.

Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).