Assistant Professor at Loyola University Chicago in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Title:

Assistant Professor

Position Title:

Assistant Professor

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 ofMedicine (SSOM) seeks applicants for a tenure-track position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSORlevel.We seek a colleague whose research program will complement departmental strengths incardiovascular, aging, molecular and cellular neuroscience, cell mechanics, and cell signalingresearch. Careful but not exclusive consideration will be given to applicants who engage inbiophysical, aging, and multi-omics approaches. The successful candidate will have theopportunity to engage collaborative translational research groups within Loyola's CardiovascularResearch Institute and the Center for Healthy Aging and Resistance Mechanisms. Additionalinformation on the departmental and cross-departmental research areas, resources, andfacilities 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 innovatorsto advance studies that span foundational and clinical investigations. Laboratory space will beprovided 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 publicationrecords. The faculty applicant will be expected to sustain an independent, externally-fundedresearch program and contribute to graduate and medical education. Inquiries and applicationsshould 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), andteaching philosophy (1 page) as a single PDF. Applications will be accepted until the position isfilled, but we encourage early submissions as reviews will occur on a rolling basis starting June1st.The Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology values and is committed to fostering a cultureof equal opportunity for all persons. We strongly encourage under-represented minorities andwomen candidates to apply. LUC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. LUCStritch School of Medicine is located in suburban Maywood, IL, 11 miles from downtownChicago, and provides diverse residential opportunities (urban to rural) with easy access to theBest Big City in the U.S. for six straight years.

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a doctoral degree and postdoctoral experience with strong publicationrecords. The faculty applicant will be expected to sustain an independent, externally-fundedresearch 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 publicationrecords. The faculty applicant will be expected to sustain an independent, externally-fundedresearch program and contribute to graduate and medical education.

Open Date:

06/01/2024

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


diversity, equity, and inclusion
. 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
centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

Quick Link for Posting:

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/28131

Job Number:

8550068

Organizational Location:

HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUS

Open Until Filled:

Yes

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