Tenure Track Assistant Professor
New Orleans, LA - USA
Job Summary
Position Summary
Tulane University School of Medicines John W. Deming Department of Medicine is seeking an Endocrinology and Metabolism Researcher to join the faculty. This is a full-time position within the Section of Endocrinology and Metabolism. The successful candidate will contribute to the research and academic missions of the institution through scientific discovery mentorship and collaboration with trainees and junior investigators and securing external funding to support and grow research programs.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Scholarship: Conduct scientific experiments present and publish findings and secure sponsored funding to support and expand research.
Education & Mentorship: Train and mentor students and early investigators.
Institutional Collaboration: Engage with and collaborate with the broader university community. Access pilot grant programs and other collaborative research opportunities.
These responsibilities may vary from time to time and will be assigned by the Section Chief of Endocrinology and Metabolism.
Why Tulane
Tulane University offers a world-class academic environment with a strong commitment to faculty development and interdisciplinary collaboration. Youll work with outstanding colleagues while making a meaningful impact on patient care and medical education.
- Excellent Benefits: Benefits: Tuition waiver for faculty spouse and dependents
- Medical & Insurance: Health prescriptions dental vision and more
- Work-Life Balance: Paid leave holidays wellness programs and more
- Financial & Savings: Retirement life insurance student loan debt relief flexible spending accounts and more
Qualifications
Requirements:
Ph.D. in a relevant biological science field with a focus on molecular mechanisms of endocrine diseases metabolism or basic endocrinology
Postdoctoral research experience
Established or potential for establishing a strong externally funded research program
Established publication record
Preferred:
Externally funded research
Commitment to education research and innovation
Dedication to Tulane School of Medicines guiding principles:
Respect: Treat everyone regardless of position or authority with kindness dignity and respect.
Ethical Integrity: Do the right thing even when its hard or inconvenient.
Communication: Have clear and timely communication that is focused on achieving solutions.
Accountability: Know and do what is expected of you in your role.
Drive for Excellence: Continuously deliver and improve your best work.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Tulane University is a comprehensive research university in New Orleans, Louisiana. Tulanians see challenges as opportunities, and strive to improve the lives of others in our own community and around the globe.