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Associate Professor with Tenure

University of Pittsburgh

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and the Bethel Musculoskeletal Research Center at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, are recruiting a full-time faculty member for research position at the Associate Professor with tenure in the subspeciality in the biological sciences.

One of the nation's top orthopaedic programs, the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers a wide range of specialty services, uses innovative techniques, and conducts vital research. The existing research faculty have strengths in cell and molecular biology, developmental biology, stem cells, gene therapy, biomaterials, microphysiological systems, and tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. We are seeking candidates that can expand our research program to include the application of knowledge from these different areas for better understanding of musculoskeletal tissue development, growth, injury and disease processes, and formulation of therapeutic approaches for musculoskeletal tissue repair. Successful candidates will also be expected to be leaders of highly interdisciplinary research and perform academic duties associated with our B.S., M.S., Ph.D. and M.D. educational programs.

The position entails working with ongoing projects investigating bone and musculoskeletal disorders. Applicants must be comfortable with mentoring residents and students of all levels. Academic rank [Associate (6-9 years of experience)] is commensurate with prior Academic achievements and experience.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining a nationally and internationally recognized transformative research program in bone and/or muscle biology and disorders:
• Publishing in peer reviewed journals and conference proceedings;
• Obtaining sponsored funding in support of research programs;
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students;
• Participating in departmental and university committees;
• Collaborating in research projects with other research faculty, as well as with faculty from other departments within the medical school, the university, and the scientific community;
• Serving the profession through relevant professional activities.

Qualifications:

• PhD in biological sciences or a closely related degree
• Experience with contemporary cellular and molecular biology techniques
• Experience with animal models (mandatory)
• Grant-writing ability (mandatory)
• Prior experience related to bone, muscle biology, or both
• Post-doctoral training
• Strong clinical, interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills
• Evidence of interest in and involvement in research

Qualified physician applicants should have a significant interest and ability in teaching, and research, as well as basic science or clinical research. Candidates should possess strong clinical, interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills, as well as a history of scholarly publications and presentations, and evidence of interest in and involvement in research.

Qualified applicants should apply via Talent Center (Requisition no: 26005228).

www.orthonet.pitt.edu

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