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Department: Pharmacology
Job Title: Open Rank- Assistant, Associate, Professor
Position #: 00813438 - Requisition #:30926
Job Summary:
The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine Anschutz Medical Campus (https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/pharmacology) is seeking applicants to fill tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level in the area ofNeuroscience. The research of the applicant should emphasize molecular, cellular or circuit mechanisms that are broadly related to understanding the nervous system or associated diseases, actions of existing drugs, or the development of new drugs or therapies to treat neurological or neuropsychiatric disorders. We especially seek applicants whose research would complement our existing strengths in neuropharmacology studying regulation of neuronal circuits, synaptic plasticity, neurotransmitter receptors, ion channels, cell adhesion molecules, signal transduction, and gene expression in control of neuronal function in learning and memory, neurodegeneration, addiction, ischemic brain injury, intellectual disability, schizophrenia, and autism.
Key Responsibilities:
- Possess a strong dedication to neuroscience research in the candidate's respective field
- Engage in research at a high level that will result in establishing and/or maintaining an independent research program
- Obtain or continue to maintain competitively funded extramural grant support
- Be academically productive and maintain a high level of publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Participate as a research mentor for graduate students in the CU Pharmacology Graduate Program and/or CU Neuroscience Graduate Program
- Participate in didactic education in courses offered by the CU Pharmacology Graduate Program and/or CU Neuroscience Graduate Program
Why Join Us:
The Department of Pharmacology is a collegial and collaborative interdisciplinary scientific group, with strengths in neuroscience, cancer research, structural biology, epigenetics, cellular optogenetics, and bioinformatics. Our department is deeply committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion both within the department and the university. We encourage applications from all individuals who would thrive in a collaborative and collegial scientific environment.
The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
This is an Open Rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Minimum qualifications (Assistant Professor):
- PhD and/or MD degree
- Academic peer-reviewed publication record in the broad area of neuroscience
Minimum qualifications (Associate Professor & Professor):
- PhD and/or MD degree
- Academic peer-reviewed publication record in the broad area of neuroscience
- Track record of competitively funded grant support
Preferred qualifications (Assistant Professor):
- Demonstrated excellence, originality and productivity in research
- A goal to establish and/or maintain independent research program competitively funded by extramural grant support
- Excellent communication and time management skills
Preferred qualifications (Associate Professor & Professor):
- Demonstrated excellence, originality and productivity in research
- Senior corresponding author academic peer-reviewed publications within the broad area of neuroscience
- Teaching experience at the graduate and/or undergraduate level
- Mentorship experience for trainees (undergraduate, graduate or postdoctoral trainees)
- Excellent communication and time management skills
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document as a single combined PDF:
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- A 2-3 page statement of research interests and future directions
- Three professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Jennifer Orsund Jennifer.orsund@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Assistant Professor: $125,000 - $140,000
Associate Professor: $140,000 - $160,000
Professor: $160,000 - $165,000
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
