at Loyola University Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.Candidates should submit the following documents in a single PDF
1) Cover Letter
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Research Statement describing the applicant’s current research, future research plans, and funding history (2 pages)
4) Teaching Philosophy (1 page)
5) Statement describing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
6) Contact information for three professional references
Please send questions to Dr. Rocco Gogliotti at rgogliotti@luc.edu.
Loyola requires (https://www.luc.edu/coronavirus/#recent\_changes) all Health Sciences Campus Faculty and Staff to be vaccinated (https://www.luc.edu/healthsafetyandwellbeing/covid-19inforesources/vaccineinformation/index.shtml) with the original COVID-19 and Flu vaccines when eligible. An exemption (https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/hr/2021/Vaccination%20Exemption%20Form.pdf) for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval. If you are invited for an on-campus interview for a Position that is based at the Health Sciences Campus, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination of the original COVID-19 vaccine OR a negative COVID-19 test results no more than 48 hours prior to arriving on campus. PCR or rapid antigen test results are acceptable. Position Details Position Details Job Title Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Tenure Track Position Title Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Tenure Track Position Number Job Category University Faculty Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Location Code PHARMACOLOGY (06230A) Department Name PHARMACOLOGY Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Duties and Responsibilities1) Develop an internationally recognized, extramurally funded research program
2) Contribute to graduate education in the Pharmacology and Neuroscience PhD, MS/ MBA and MS programs
3) Mentor PhD, MS, and BS level trainees to conduct high-quality, ethically sound research
4) Provide service to the LUC and Stritch School of Medicine research and education community
5) Cultivate a culture of equitable inclusion
QualificationsThe Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Neuroscience ( MPN ) in the Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University Chicago invites applications for tenure-track Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor faculty positions. Candidates are encouraged to apply who perform research that complements existing department focus areas in neuropharmacology, gut microbiota-brain interactions, neurodevelopment, nanomedicine, drug delivery, neurodegeneration, neural repair, neuropsychiatric diseases, ocular pharmacology, neural control of cardiovascular function, and exosome biology. The MPN department is undergoing an expansion period, with several rounds of faculty hiring planned. As such, newly hired faculty will have the opportunity to help shape the future research focus areas of the department. Successful candidates will be provided with a strong start-up package, modern laboratory space, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive health and retirement benefit structure. New MPN faculty will be expected to develop an extramurally funded research program and contribute to the graduate education mission of the MPN department.
Located on the LUC Health Sciences Campus ( HSC ) in Maywood, Illinois just 10 miles from downtown Chicago, the MPN department is housed within the Center for Translational Research and Education ( CTRE ). The CTRE was built in 2016 and, along with the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center, and the Parkinson School of Public Health, is home to over 70 tenure-track faculty members with active research programs. As a member of the vibrant biomedical community of the greater Chicago area, the LUC HSC is not only well-equipped to grow research programs from within, but also ideally situated to build collaborative networks.
As the first medical school in the country to accept DACA students, diversity is at the core of our strategic plan. LUC is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in social, racial, and ethnic backgrounds, as well as religion, gender, sexual orientation, and philosophical outlooks. LUC promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides support for its faculty.
Required Qualifications: The tenure-track faculty position in the MPN department requires a PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Research, or a related subject area.
Desired Qualifications: It is anticipated that candidates at the Assistant Professor level will have obtained federal or private career development funding, while Associate and Full professors will hold active R01 (or equivalent) level funding. Review of applications will begin as soon as completed applications are received and will continue until the positions are filled. Priority will be given to completed applications received by September 15, 2024. Reference letters will only be requested from candidates who advance in the interview process.
Physical Demands Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions Working Conditions Animals Minimum Education and/or Work ExperiencePhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Research, or a related subject area. A minimum of two years of postdoctoral experience; a strong publication record; demonstrated excellence in teaching; outstanding leadership skills
Open Date 08/01/2023 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates should submit the following documents in a single PDF1) Cover Letter
2) Curriculum vitae
3) Research Statement describing the applicant’s current research, future research plans, and funding history (2 pages)
4) Teaching Philosophy (1 page)
5) Statement describing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
6) Contact information for three professional references
Please send questions to Dr. Rocco Gogliotti at rgogliotti@luc.edu.
Loyola requires (https://www.luc.edu/coronavirus/#recent\_changes) all Health Sciences Campus Faculty and Staff to be vaccinated (https://www.luc.edu/healthsafetyandwellbeing/covid-19inforesources/vaccineinformation/index.shtml) with the original COVID -19 and Flu vaccines when eligible. An exemption (https://www.luc.edu/media/lucedu/hr/2021/Vaccination%20Exemption%20Form.pdf) for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval. If you are invited for an on-campus interview for a Position that is based at the Health Sciences Campus, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination of the original COVID -19 vaccine OR a negative COVID -19 test results no more than 48 hours prior to arriving on campus. PCR or rapid antigen test results are acceptable. Diversity and Inclusion StatementDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://www.luc.edu/diversityandinclusion/) . 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, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits (https://cld.bz/c/sy7N6a?utm\medium=email&utm\source=t To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account