Assistant

Job Summary The Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research Center (SCoBIRC) at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level. Extramural funding is not required. Competitive start-up funds and appropriate space will be offered. As a part of the long-standing commitment of the University and the Commonwealth of Kentucky to translationally oriented traumatic brain and spinal cord injury research, SCoBIRC offers a wealth of resources for neurotrauma research. Candidates must possess a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree. The successful applicant is expected to develop and sustain a research program with external funding in the field of neurotrauma. This program should both complement and enhance the existing expertise within the Center. Candidates whose research augments the Center's established strengths in preclinical spinal cord injury are of particular interest. This includes those engaged in both mechanistic and translational research in autonomic systems, chronic recovery and rehabilitation, glia, inflammation, metabolism, neural repair and plasticity, regeneration. Interested individuals should submit a statement of research interests, curriculum vita, and the names of three references. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 15, 2024, and the search will remain open until the position is filled. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes Preferred Education/Experience none Deadline to Apply Open Until Filled Yes University Community of Inclusion The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.