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Job No: 536894
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Allied Health, Medicine/Physicians
Department: 29020100 - MD-NEUROSCIENCE-GENERAL
Job Description
Classification Title:
Assistant or Associate Professor
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Successful applicants will have a Ph.D. or equivalent
Job Description:
The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Florida (UF) invites applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor faculty position. The successful candidate is expected to lead an innovative research program that complements existing departmental focus areas of research such as neurodegeneration, traumatic brain injury, neurovascular diseases, and cognitive and psychiatric vulnerabilities across the lifespan. We seek a highly collaborative colleague who will conduct outstanding, extramurally supported research, and who will contribute to our growing graduate programs.
Department of Neuroscience at the University of Florida. The University of Florida is the flagship campus of the State of Florida University System. In 2023, the University of Florida was ranked #5 in public universities by the US News and World Report. The University of Florida is a top-tier public research university with over $1.33 billion in annual research expenditure. The University of Florida Health Sciences Center is the country's only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The Department of Neuroscience in the College of Medicine is the second-oldest neuroscience department in the country and ranks among the top 10 in NIH research funding. The Department offers a rich academic environment in molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscience. Excellent opportunities exist to collaborate with Ph.D. and physician-scientists through the McKnight Brain Institute and faculty in basic and clinical departments in the College of Medicine and across campus. The successful candidate will become part of an innovative academic community built on creativity, collaboration, and shared discovery.
Expected Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:
Successful applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Neuroscience, Psychology or related field
Preferred:
Successful applicants will have demonstrated excellence in research productivity and evidence of extramural funding. The successful candidate will integrate research excellence with meaningful contributions to education and service. A highly competitive start-up package will be offered.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, teaching philosophy statement and contact information for three references. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled. However, priority will be given to applications submitted before December 1, 2025. For further information about the position, the scope of the search, and application process, please contact Dr. Paramita Chakrabarty at pchakrabarty @ufl.edu.
The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/536894
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Allied Health, Medicine/Physicians
Department: 29020100 - MD-NEUROSCIENCE-GENERAL
Job Description
Classification Title:
Assistant or Associate Professor
Classification Minimum Requirements:
Successful applicants will have a Ph.D. or equivalent
Job Description:
The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Florida (UF) invites applications for the position of tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor faculty position. The successful candidate is expected to lead an innovative research program that complements existing departmental focus areas of research such as neurodegeneration, traumatic brain injury, neurovascular diseases, and cognitive and psychiatric vulnerabilities across the lifespan. We seek a highly collaborative colleague who will conduct outstanding, extramurally supported research, and who will contribute to our growing graduate programs.
Department of Neuroscience at the University of Florida. The University of Florida is the flagship campus of the State of Florida University System. In 2023, the University of Florida was ranked #5 in public universities by the US News and World Report. The University of Florida is a top-tier public research university with over $1.33 billion in annual research expenditure. The University of Florida Health Sciences Center is the country's only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The Department of Neuroscience in the College of Medicine is the second-oldest neuroscience department in the country and ranks among the top 10 in NIH research funding. The Department offers a rich academic environment in molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscience. Excellent opportunities exist to collaborate with Ph.D. and physician-scientists through the McKnight Brain Institute and faculty in basic and clinical departments in the College of Medicine and across campus. The successful candidate will become part of an innovative academic community built on creativity, collaboration, and shared discovery.
Expected Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications:
Successful applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Neuroscience, Psychology or related field
Preferred:
Successful applicants will have demonstrated excellence in research productivity and evidence of extramural funding. The successful candidate will integrate research excellence with meaningful contributions to education and service. A highly competitive start-up package will be offered.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, teaching philosophy statement and contact information for three references. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled. However, priority will be given to applications submitted before December 1, 2025. For further information about the position, the scope of the search, and application process, please contact Dr. Paramita Chakrabarty at pchakrabarty @ufl.edu.
The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/536894
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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