Assistant Professor Department of Neurosciences 500377

Position Summary:

The position is for an independent researcher using molecular cellular or systems approaches to address fundamental questions relevant to the nervous system. This faculty members research should complement or extend existing basic science and translational research interests in the Dept. of Neurosciences including synaptic physiology neural development plasticity of adult human cortex intraneuronal signaling and trafficking and mechanisms of neurological disorders. The position also includes training and teaching professional postgraduate graduate and undergraduate learners.

Qualifications/Knowledge Skills & Abilities/Education/Experience/Licensing:

A Ph.D. and/or M.D./D.O. degree substantial postdoctoral research accomplishments as indicated by competitive research funding and a track record of peer-reviewed publications in neuroscience journals. Commitment to undergraduate graduate and medical student education and excellent communication skills are also required. The successful candidate must maintain an extramurally funded research program.

Reporting Relationships:

The faculty member will mentor and supervise graduate and postdoctoral students and may also oversee shorter research experiences of undergraduates and medical students.

Working Conditions:

Academic teaching and research setting based at UT Health Science Campus.

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Conditions of Employment:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment educational programs or activities on the basis of race color religion sex age ancestry national origin sexual orientation gender identity and expression military or veteran status disability familial status or political affiliation.

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