Research Assistant Professor - Pharmacology

Job description

Posting Information

Position TypePermanent Faculty Working TitleResearch Assistant Professor - PharmacologyPosition NumberAppointment TypeFixed Term FacultySalary RangeDependent on ExperienceFull-time/Part-timeFull TimeIf part-time, hours per weekFTEVacancy IDFAC0002147Posting Open Date10/11/2017Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledYesProposed Start Date12/01/2017Position Summary

The Department of Pharmacology in the School of Medicine at UNC-Chapel Hill is seeking four candidates with expertise in neural circuit analysis (expertise in neuropeptide signaling is particularly desirable), or cancer pharmacology (expertise in small GTPase signal transduction is particularly desirable).

Educational Requirements

Candidates should have a PhD or MD with significant postdoctoral experience in pharmacology, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, neurobiology or a related field.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidates will be expected to direct an independent research program, compete for extramural and intramural funding and participate in professional and graduate student education. The successful candidates need to have outstanding verbal and written communication skills, state-of-the-art experimental laboratory skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other investigators and trainees. The selected candidates will also be expected to participate in the instruction of graduate and medical students and serve on departmental committees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Special Instructions

Submit a curriculum vitae, a one-paragraph summary of research experience, and a one-paragraph statement of research interests and professional goals; 1-3 publications (uploaded as a single PDF file under “Other Documents”).

Quick Linkhttp://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/128085Department Contact Name and TitleEileen McElhinneyDepartment Contact Telephone or Email9199662378Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [email protected]

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Other Document

Optional Documents

1. List of References

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is your highest degree?
   • PhD
   • MD
   • PharmD
   • DDS
   • DVM
   • JD
   • MLS/MIS
   • Masters
   • Other
2. * Describe your postdoctoral experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * How many years of relevant experience do you have?
   • Less than 3 years
   • 3-5 years
   • 5-10 years
   • 10+ years

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