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Neuroscience Faculty, Open Rank, Rowan-Virtua SOM

Apply now Job no: 501225
Work type: Regular Full-Time
Location: Stratford, New Jersey
Categories: Faculty - School of Osteopathic Medicine

Qualified candidates are invited to apply for the position of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences of Rowan University, Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine and Rowan-Virtua School of Translational Biomedical Engineering & Sciences. The department has been actively expanding its base of activity in neuroscience and is seeking individuals whose research utilizes contemporary techniques to address fundamental questions related to a broad range of topics. While all research programs will be considered, applicants whose work is focused in the areas of cognitive, sensory, and motor processing; models of neurological/affective/neurodegenerative disease; neuroendocrinology; pain signaling/processes; motivated behaviors; or drug mechanisms of action are especially encouraged to apply.
 
Applicants seeking the Assistant Professor position should have a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D. or equivalent in Neuroscience or a related field with a record of accomplishment in research and evidence of potential to develop and maintain a funded research program that complements areas of expertise within the Department of Neuroscience. Those candidates seeking an Associate Professor/Professor position should have an established research program and a history of extramural funding. The successful candidate will join a productive and highly collaborative faculty. The position is expected to be research-intensive and will include some teaching responsibilities for graduate and medical education in neuroscience-related courses. Salary, start-up funds, and other considerations will be commensurate with experience, existing funding, and consistent with a commitment to recruit, support, and retain exceptional individuals. A comprehensive benefits package includes Rowan undergraduate tuition for eligible dependents.
 
The Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine and the School of Translational Biomedical Engineering & Sciences are located in Stratford, NJ; 8 miles from Philadelphia, 1 hour from the Atlantic Ocean, and 2 hours from New York City. The Department of Neuroscience is housed in a modern, fully equipped research building. The department is expanding its emphasis on neuroscience in conjunction with the graduate school and across Rowan University; encompassing clinical, translational and basic science investigations.
 
Applications should include 1) a letter of interest that provides a clear description of qualifications, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a description of research interests and plans, 4) a statement of teaching philosophy, and 5) the names, addresses/affiliations, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references. All application materials should be submitted through our online application system.
 
Salary:
In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this AAUP position is:

Assistant Professor: ($ 96,673 to $ 148,476) * 

Associate Professor: ($ 114,671 to $ 176,290) * 

Professor: ($ 133,647 to $ 205,469) *

*Placement within the range is determined by the candidate's qualifications, professional experience, and other factors.   

 
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For eligible employees, benefits include comprehensive NJ state health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents attending Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).
For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/
 
NOTES:
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US. The university will not sponsor an applicant's work visa for this position.
  • This faculty appointment is Tenure eligible and may be granted upon successful completion of criteria listed in the Rowan-Virtua SOM Faculty Bylaws.
  • Faculty Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor is pending review and recommendation made by the Faculty Affairs Committee.

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