If interested, candidates will also have the opportunity to participate in departmental research programs that focus on studying the molecular or cellular mechanisms underlying physiological processes, behavior, or drug action (see http://ppn.med.sc.edu/). This is a full-time professional track appointment, with rank open commensurate with experience and necessary credentials.
Applicants at the Assistant Professor rank must have a PhD, MD or equivalent degree in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physiology, or a related biomedical field. In addition, candidates should have at least one semester of didactic teaching experience in biomedical-related courses for graduate, health professional or medical students, or at least one year teaching biomedical courses for undergraduate students, by the beginning date of employment. Successful candidates are expected to have evidence of potential for excellence in graduate or biomedical education.
Preferred candidates will have evidence of teaching excellence, potential for scholarly productivity, or evidence of scholarship in biomedical education, especially in neuroscience-related fields.
Highly qualified applicants seeking appointment at the Associate Professor rank must have three years of experience as an Assistant Professor (or equivalent), significant expertise in teaching undergraduate, graduate or health professional students, and experience as a course/block director.
Applicants seeking appointment at the Professor level must have three years of experience as an Associate Professor (with a total of 9 years of experience beyond the PhD), expertise in teaching and mentoring graduate and medical students, experience in curricular development and innovation, a good record of publications and extramural research funding, and a national/international reputation in their field of research or in biomedical education.
Application materials include a cover letter summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae and publication list, a teaching portfolio, a statement of educational experience, philosophy, professional goals, and research interests, plus contact information for four references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions about the position send an email message to Dr. Britt Wilson at britt.wilson@uscmed.sc.edu with “PPN Educator Search” in the subject line.
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. USC does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Highly qualified applicants seeking appointment at the Associate Professor rank must have three years of experience as an Assistant Professor (or equivalent), significant expertise in teaching undergraduate, graduate or health professional students, and experience as a course/block director.
Applicants seeking appointment at the Professor level must have three years of experience as an Associate Professor (with a total of 9 years of experience beyond the PhD), expertise in teaching and mentoring graduate and medical students, experience in curricular development and innovation, a good record of publications and extramural research funding, and a national/international reputation in their field of research or in biomedical education.
Preferred candidates will have evidence of teaching excellence, potential for scholarly productivity, or evidence of scholarship in biomedical education, and research interests that enhance the departmental programs targeting neurobiological disorders.
Preference will be given to applications from candidates that will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community, including women and underrepresented groups.
1) cover letter summarizing qualifications,
2) curriculum vitae and publication list,
3) a teaching portfolio and a statement of educational experience, philosophy, professional goals, and research interests, plus contact information for four references.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions about the position send an email message to Dr. Britt Wilson at britt.wilson@uscmed.sc.edu with “PPN Educator Search” in the subject line.