UMKC's nationally recognized (VRC) is dedicated to advancing and promoting optimal vision health in the community and worldwide. The VRC is an innovative research organization that integrates interdisciplinary collaborative research teams from the Departments of Ophthalmology and Biomedical Sciences at the School of Medicine, as well as faculty from the School of Pharmacy. The faculty of the VRC focus on developing new treatment strategies to deter visual damage and employ research advances that may restore vision to patients suffering end stage diseases.

The Vision Research Center of the School of Medicine seeks a ranked Assistant or Associate Research Professor with research success and potential in Ocular Regenerative Medicine. The successful candidate will provide evidence and/or aptitude for externally funded projects focused primarily on regeneration in the field of visual neuroscience, regenerative genetic therapy science, development and transplantation of bio-artificial ocular tissue, or other retinal cell regenerative medical science.

The Assistant/Associate Research Professor will join a well-known and highly successful team of vision research faculty engaged in pioneering collaborative discoveries and publication of the same.

• MD or PhD (or other doctoral degree) in a field of science relative to research in ocular regenerative medicine
• At least 2 years experience working in a research group focused on eye / vision research
• Extensive experience in lab based experimentation in ocular regenerative medical science, cell-based therapy development or cyto-therapy
• Demonstrated success or potential for success in obtaining external funding as Principal Investigator or co-Investigator, which lead to publications and presentations as author or co-author.

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience, rank and credentials.

For consideration, you must apply online at , click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 47039).

Please combine all application materials (personal letter of interest and applicable experience with accompanying curriculum vitae and a current list of references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

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Finalists will be asked to provide their university transcripts.

This is a 12-month, full-time, benefit-eligible ranked non-tenure track faculty position. This ranked position provides opportunity for ranked promotion.

Our academic workload and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.

UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System of 4 individual campuses. The University of Missouri System's NextGen Precision Health Initiative is designed to integrate translational research across the 4 campuses, with each focusing expertise to cohesively establish the UM System as a premier innovative partner in healthcare and research discoveries.

A City on the Rise: Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The university is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both the Volker and Health Sciences campuses. Our community boasts championship professional athletic teams, NASCAR racing, and a rich history of music and performing arts. Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking trails and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts all within an easy drive.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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