Neuroscientist at University of South Alabama in Mobile, Alabama

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Position Information

Position Title	Neuroscientist
Position Number	5411
FTE	1.00
Division	College of Medicine
Department	720600 - Physiology and Cell Biology

Posting Detail Information

Position Details	The Department of Physiology and Cell Biology at the University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine is recruiting a research-intensive neuroscientist to a tenure-track assistant/associate professor position. The successful candidate will have expertise related to mechanisms controlling blood brain barrier integrity, neural information processing, neuroinflammation, proteopathic mechanisms of neural degeneration, genetic causes of neurodegeneration, and/or mechanisms of impaired neuromuscular function. The successful recruit will complement the research efforts of the Kelly Butler Center for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and the Gulf Coast Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. We are seeking individuals who are highly engaged and work well with basic and clinical science collaborators, with exceptional written and oral communication skills and a record of success securing extramural grants, as appropriate for academic rank. The successful applicant will have teaching opportunities within the medical and graduate schools. Competitive applicants must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree, postdoctoral experience, and demonstrated aptitude in their field of study. Review of applications will begin immediately. Interested candidates must email an application packet, including an introductory letter, complete curriculum vitae, summary of research and teaching interests (1-page limit) and contact information of three references to the Search Committee at pcbsearch@southalabama.edu. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Number of Vacancies	1
Job Open Date	11/06/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Full-time or Part-Time	Full Time
Temporary or Regular	Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • Less than High School
   • High School Diploma or equivalent
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
   • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

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