What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor - Faculty Position in Molecular Biology of Reproduction position at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
The Cecil H. and Ida Green Center for Reproductive Biology Sciences, an endowed basic science research center, is recruiting to fill a newly created Tenure-track Assistant Professor Position. We invite applications from outstanding candidates studying the molecular biology of reproduction using cell-based or physiological models in combination with molecular or genomic approaches to address fundamental questions concerning reproductive biology. We are particularly interested in signaling, gene regulation, and genome function during gametogenesis, embryonic development, placenta function, transgenerational epigenetic inheritance, and parturition.
The Green Center promotes and supports cutting-edge, integrative, and collaborative basic research in reproduction, development, and related areas of biology, as well as strong connections between basic and clinical research. Successful candidates will be housed in a newly renovated state-of-the-art research facility with a generous start-up package and are expected to establish scientifically rigorous and externally funded research programs and participate in center, department, and university teaching and training programs. To learn more about the Green Center, visit: https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/education/medical-school/departments/green-center/.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. or M.D. or equivalent in a relevant field of study, postdoctoral or comparable experience, and a demonstrated record of research excellence.
- Applicants should apply online at https://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/ and upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a statement of planned research projects as pdf files.
- Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent via Interfolio.
- Collection and review of applications will commence October 1, 2024 and will continue during the 2024-2025 academic year until the position is filled, but applicants are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
