Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery (Tenure Track)Apply (https://facultypositions.usc.edu/FAS/application/position?postingId=REQ20150427) Keck School of Medicine Faculty Los Angeles, California

USC Department of Neurological Surgery

Associate Professor of Research Neurological Surgery

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in

the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research

university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and

staff that make the university what it is.

The Keck School of Medicine of USC Department of Neurological Surgery is currently seeking

a full-time, tenure track Associate Professor of Research Neurological Surgery. This faculty

member will work within the USC Neurorestoration Center and collaborate with neurosurgeons

and neurologists to develop proof-of-concept neurorestoration technologies and models. The

ideal applicant will have expertise in cortical prosthesis for restoration and enhancement of

cognitive functions; combined mechanistic and input-output modeling of the brain; experimental,

theoretical, and computational studies of the hippocampus; and, next-generation neural interface

technology for chronic large-scale recording and stimulation during naturalistic behaviors, with a

track record of research publications. This unique opportunity provides room for independent

and collaborative research with a dedicated faculty of neurosurgeons and neurologists who are

committed to building a world-class research program, including opportunities to work with

faculty and students at both USC and Caltech.

Applicants must have a doctoral degree. Ideal candidates will have a track record of postdoctoral

work that demonstrates exceptional performance in research environments, leading projects, and

working closely with or mentoring junior scientists/PhD candidates during their research time.

Experience in the field of neuroscience is ideal. This position offers a competitive salary with

excellent university benefits and an academic appointment at the Keck School of Medicine of

USC appropriate to the level of training and experience.

The annual base salary range for this position is $155,702-$218,94. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Apply here and for further inquiries contact:

Steven L. Giannotta, M.D.

Professor and Chair, Department of Neurological Surgery

1200 North State Street, Suite 3000

Los Angeles, CA 90033

Office: 323-409-7422

e-mail: Steven.Giannotta@med.usc.edu

The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal

opportunity in employment. Qualified women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic

groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

REQ20150427 Posted Date: 06/09/2024