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Job Description
Department of Physiology and Biophysics
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
The Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is seeking accomplished researchers for open-rank faculty positions. Join a world-class academic community in vibrant Miami, Florida, and help shape the future of physiology and biophysics research.
About The Department
We are dedicated to advancing fundamental scientific principles through cutting-edge research and exemplary teaching. Our department is expanding, with a focus on modern physiology and biophysics, including ion channels, cellular signaling, animal disease modeling, molecular sensors, and optical methods. We especially welcome applicants focused on neural circuits, synaptic physiology, genetic underpinnings of behavior, and molecular mechanisms of neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders.
Position Summary
The department is expanding its faculty and recruiting broadly in all areas of modern physiology and biophysics, including but not limited to:
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research accomplishments and future goals (max 3 pages), and the names of three references (junior candidates only).
Shape the future of physiology and biophysics research with us. Join the “U” and drive transformative science.
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Job Status
Full time
Employee Type
Faculty
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet.
Job Description
Department of Physiology and Biophysics
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
The Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is seeking accomplished researchers for open-rank faculty positions. Join a world-class academic community in vibrant Miami, Florida, and help shape the future of physiology and biophysics research.
About The Department
We are dedicated to advancing fundamental scientific principles through cutting-edge research and exemplary teaching. Our department is expanding, with a focus on modern physiology and biophysics, including ion channels, cellular signaling, animal disease modeling, molecular sensors, and optical methods. We especially welcome applicants focused on neural circuits, synaptic physiology, genetic underpinnings of behavior, and molecular mechanisms of neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders.
Position Summary
The department is expanding its faculty and recruiting broadly in all areas of modern physiology and biophysics, including but not limited to:
- Structure-function of ion channels and receptors
- Cellular signaling
- Animal models of disease
- Development and application of molecular sensors and optical methods
- Demonstrate commitment to scientific excellence
- Obtain extramural funding
- Establish and/or maintain an innovative and visible research program, evidenced by impactful publications and peer recognition
- Teach and mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and medical trainees
- Successfully establish and manage an independent research group
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
- Design and conduct cutting-edge scientific research with creativity and vision
- Contribute to both basic and applied research activities
- Participate in the publication of significant results in original manuscripts, reviews, book chapters, editorials, and patent applications
- Advance expertise through education, training, and/or research experience
- Seek extramural research funding
- Mentor graduate students and postdoctoral associates
- Provide service to the department and the scientific community
- Present research at national and international meetings
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree
- Junior applicants: Extensive postdoctoral experience (at least 3 years)
- Senior applicants: Evidence of extramural funding
- Record of significant research accomplishments and potential for academic leadership
- Ability to contribute effectively to both research and teaching missions of the department
- Premier Research Ecosystem: Collaborate across physiology, genetics, neuroscience, bioinformatics, and pharmacology. The Miller School is home to the renowned John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics and is a leader in federal research funding and clinical trials, including the PRIME Study for Neuralink’s brain-computer interface.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access advanced imaging, single-cell analysis, computational modeling, and other cutting-edge methodologies.
- Commitment to Innovation: We champion high-risk, high-reward projects and support visionary scientists.
- Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, tuition remission)
- Significant start-up packages and salary support
- Collaborative, supportive research community
Submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research accomplishments and future goals (max 3 pages), and the names of three references (junior candidates only).
Shape the future of physiology and biophysics research with us. Join the “U” and drive transformative science.
#DOX-1
Job Status
Full time
Employee Type
Faculty