The Department of Neurosurgery at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is currently recruiting a full-time assistant professor/research faculty. Candidates will have to demonstrate high impact research productivity and a vision for an independently federally funded research program. Candidates’ work should have a focus on translational human neuroscience with the goal of eventually improving therapeutic interventions. The candidate should have strong computational skills with evidence of collaborative teamwork. They must also hold a Ph.D. or comparable degree. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

Interested and qualified scientists should apply online and upload or send a cover letter and curriculum vitae to:

Nader Pouratian, MD, PhD

Professor and Chairman

Department of Neurosurgery

UT Southwestern Medical Center

5323 Harry Hines Boulevard

MC8855

Dallas, TX 75390-8883

Attn: Betsy Roberston

betsy.robertson@utsouthwestern.edu

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

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