Assistant Professor

at Loyola University Of Chicago in Maywood, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Details

Position Details
Job Title 
 Assistant Professor
Position Title 
 Assistant Professor
Position Number
Job Category 
 University Faculty
Job Type 
 Full-Time
FLSA Status 
 Exempt
Campus 
 Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Location Code 
 PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)
Department Name 
 PHYSIOLOGY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?  
 No
Duties and Responsibilities 
 The Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of

Medicine (SSOM) seeks applicants for a tenure-track position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 

level.

We seek a colleague whose research program will complement departmental strengths in

cardiovascular, aging, molecular and cellular neuroscience, cell mechanics, and cell signaling

research. Careful but not exclusive consideration will be given to applicants who engage in

biophysical, aging, and multi-omics approaches. The successful candidate will have the

opportunity to engage collaborative translational research groups within Loyola's Cardiovascular

Research Institute and the Center for Healthy Aging and Resistance Mechanisms. Additional

information on the departmental and cross-departmental research areas, resources, and

facilities are described here:

https://www.luc.edu/stritch/physio/

https://charm.sites.luc.edu/

https://www.luc.edu/stritch/cvri/

The SSOM is actively expanding its foundational research departments and we seek innovators

to advance studies that span foundational and clinical investigations. Laboratory space will be

provided in the recently-constructed Center for Translational Research and Education

(www.luc.edu/ctre).

Candidates must have a doctoral degree and postdoctoral experience with strong publication

records. The faculty applicant will be expected to sustain an independent, externally-funded

research program and contribute to graduate and medical education. Inquiries and applications

should be sent to campsearch24@luc.edu. Applications should include a cover letter (1 page), CV

(3 pages), research statement (3 pages, excluding references), DEI statement (1 page), and

teaching philosophy (1 page) as a single PDF. Applications will be accepted until the position is

filled, but we encourage early submissions as reviews will occur on a rolling basis starting June

1st.

The Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology values and is committed to fostering a culture

of equal opportunity for all persons. We strongly encourage under-represented minorities and

women candidates to apply. LUC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. LUC 

Stritch School of Medicine is located in suburban Maywood, IL, 11 miles from downtown

Chicago, and provides diverse residential opportunities (urban to rural) with easy access to the

Best Big City in the U.S. for six straight years.
Qualifications 
 Candidates must have a doctoral degree and postdoctoral experience with strong publication

records. The faculty applicant will be expected to sustain an independent, externally-funded

research program, and contribute to graduate and medical education
Physical Demands 
 None
Working Conditions 
 None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience 
 Candidates must have a doctoral degree and postdoctoral experience with strong publication

records. The faculty applicant will be expected to sustain an independent, externally-funded

research program and contribute to graduate and medical education.
Open Date 
 06/01/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants 
 Inquiries and applications should be sent to campsearch24@luc.edu. Applications should include a cover letter (1 page), CV (3 pages), research statement (3 pages, excluding references), DEI statement (1 page), and teaching philosophy (1 page) as a single PDF. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but we encourage early submissions as reviews will occur on a rolling basis starting June 1st.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement 
 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship,... For full info follow application link.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.