What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Professor in Oral Biology -Tenure Track position at University of Illinois Chicago?
Assistant/Associate Professor in Oral Biology -Tenure Track
Assistant/Associate Professor in Oral Biology -Tenure Track
Hiring Department: Oral Biology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1027769
Posting Close Date: 01/15/2025
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
The Department of Oral Biology at the College of Dentistry, University of Illinois Chicago is seeking to fill a full-time position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level. The department is looking to leverage the College's existing strengths to advance oral, dental and craniofacial research.
The department seeks individuals with experience in conducting research in biomaterials, tissue engineering, craniofacial pathobiology, translational sciences, with special emphasis on oral dental, and craniofacial research areas. The candidate is expected to establish collaborations with both clinical and research faculty at the college as well as with faculty across the campus at UIC. With respect to teaching, the candidate is expected to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in for MS, PhD as well as residents. The candidate is expected to have a history of mentorship of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and dental residents.
Eligible candidates are required to possess research expertise and doctoral degree (PhD) in one of the following research areas: biomaterials, materials sciences. engineering, microbiology, molecular biology, or equivalent. The candidate is expected to possess good postdoctoral training with an outstanding publication record. The candidate is expected to demonstrate a high likelihood for extramural funding. Preference will be given to dual trained clinician-scientists (i.e., holding a DDS, DMD, or equivalent degree, and a PhD degree) with a proven track record of funding or with existing extramural support for research.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $110,000 to $165,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
For fullest consideration, submit a letter of intent, current CV and names of 3 references by January 15, 2025. Confidential review of materials and screening of candidates will continue until the position is filled.
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Salary : $110,000 - $165,000
