Assistant/Associate Professor
The University of Michigan School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is seeking outstanding candidates for a tenure-track faculty position. Successful candidates will be expected to establish an independent research program in Visual Sciences with a primary appointment in the Department of Ophthalmology and a joint appointment in an appropriate basic science department such as Molecular and Integrative Physiology or Microbiology and Immunology. Applicants focused on Immunologic mechanisms will be evaluated with particular consideration given to those studying autoimmune disease, immune mechanisms of neuro-inflammation and restoration of immune to tolerance. Candidates applying for the rank of assistant or associate professor are particularly encouraged to apply.
The position is for the instructional tenure track and is full-time. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience and academic credentials. The University of Michigan Medical School provides an outstanding academic environment for all areas of biomedical sciences and has for many years been a leading center for research in ophthalmology and visual sciences. Vision research at the University of Michigan is supported by Vision Core grant supporting outstanding facilities and a training grant for graduate students and fellows in eye research. The University is located in beautiful Ann Arbor, MI, with a vibrant and diverse community.
The candidate will be expected to participate in Research and Graduate Education as well as participating in the Departmental efforts in education in ophthalmology and visual sciences. Additional teaching duties may be associated with a joint appointment in a basic science department.
The University of Michigan Medical School provides an outstanding academic environment for all areas of biomedical sciences and has for many years been a leading center for research in ophthalmology and visual sciences.
Vision research at the University of Michigan is supported by Vision Core grant supporting outstanding facilities and a training grant for graduate students and fellows in eye research.
How to Apply
Please address inquiries and letter and curriculum vitae to Ms. Wendy Mrdjenovich, ophthyrecruit@med.umich.edu and cc Ms. Shannan Saltz, Department Faculty Affairs Office, at sfee@med.umich.edu.
Required Qualifications:
Successful candidates will have a PhD and/or MD degree, or equivalent, in areas as described above. Documentation of scholarly ability and achievement (record of publications in peer-reviewed journals; record of acquisition of external funding for research programs, detailed research plan, collaborative research experience) is expected. The preferred candidate will have a demonstrated interest in graduate and post-doctoral education and possess the critical elements of teaching (knowledge of subject matter, skill in presentation, enthusiastic approach, etc.). Evidence of competence in teaching is expected.
Contact
1000 Wall Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
United States
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
2019-02-07 (AdID:283)