Position Information

Position/Rank Assistant/Associate/Full Professor

Department 00219 - Neurobiology & Anatomy Labs

City Salt Lake City, UT

Track Tenure Track

New Position to Begin 7/1/2025

Details

TENURE TRACK FACULTY POSITION in NEUROSCIENCE

The Department of Neurobiology at the University of Utah (http://www.neuro.utah.edu/) is seeking applications for a tenure track faculty position at any rank to lead a research team with a focus on addressing mechanisms of brain function while fostering academic culture and community. Areas of interest for the present search include systems neuroscience, cellular, molecular, and circuit mechanisms underlying behavior or perception, and research with relevance to human disease. However, strong candidates from any area of neuroscience will be considered. Candidates with expertise in computational approaches to analyzing nervous system function and bridging multiple levels of analysis are particularly encouraged to apply.

The department is vibrant and growing and is strongly committed to a promoting a collegial, collaborative and nurturing community of scientists and to fostering success of new investigators and trainees, both at the university and in neuroscience more generally. A demonstrated commitment to these principles will weigh heavily in the selection process.

Individuals must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D., or equivalent degrees at any rank, with two or more years of postdoctoral experience. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in research with strong potential for securing and sustaining independent extramural funding. The department offers excellent resources to support new faculty, including competitive salary and start-up support, newly renovated research space, active faculty mentoring, core facilities, interdepartmental graduate training programs, and a collegial research environment, with a growing focus on neuroscience research across campus. A successful applicant will be expected to develop an innovative, independent research program, and share our commitment to fostering community as well as excellence in graduate and medical education.

For full consideration, applications should be received by Nov. 1, 2024. Only electronic applications will be accepted, and should include:

• Cover letter addressing research interests and potential fit to the department

• Curriculum vitae;

• Research Statement (3 – 4 pgs) addressing overall scientific vision and goals;

• Additional Statement (1 pg) describing commitment to mentoring and community building;

• List of references

To apply please go tohttps://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/169492

Please contact Neha Kushan –neha.kushan@neuro.utah.edufor additional information.

Top applicants will be invited for a zoom and in-person interview to discuss their research vision and plans, as well as potential future efforts for strengthening academic culture and research community at the University of Utah.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or status as a Protected Veteran. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University’s nondiscrimination policy or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:

https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“ URS ”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

Application Guidelines

Thank you for your interest in a faculty position in the Department of Neurobiology at the University of Utah. Please read the following instructions carefully before preparing your application.

(1) Cover Letter (Cover Letter) – please include a cover letter that briefly describes your research accomplishments, future interests and potential fit to the department.

(2) Research Accomplishments and Future Plans (Research Statement) (4 pages) – Describe your most significant prior contributions to science and your plans for an independent research program. The research statement should describe short- and long-term goals and provide detailed plans for accomplishing some of those goals, including suitable external funding mechanisms.

(3) Statement on mentorship and community building (Applicant Document -Other) ((300 – 500 words) – The Department seeks individuals with a strong commitment to and expertise in promotingmentorship and community in academic and research settings . Describe any mentorship and community building efforts you have engaged in, as well as plans for fostering success and overcoming barriers faced by different people in a research environment. Applicants are encouraged to learn about resources and activities at the U of U through the Office of Academic Culture and Community website:https://medicine.utah.edu/oacc.

(4) Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Summarize the key features of your training and any related professional experience, including publications, funding, presentations, and awards.

(5) Letters of Recommendation (Lists of References) (3 required) – Provide the names, institutional affiliations, and email addresses of three individuals who are familiar with your work and can evaluate your potential for success as an independent researcher.

Open Date 08/26/2024

Close Date 11/15/2024

Open Until Filled No

Requisition Number PRN03633F

Type Faculty