Pennsylvania State University

Associate or Full Professor of Neurosurgery, Tenure Track in the Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in Neuro-Oncology

Pennsylvania State University$150K — $250K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree required
  • 5-7 years of postdoctoral research experience in neuro-immuno-oncology
  • Strong track record of federal research funding
  • Established reputation in cancer neuroscience and genomics
  • Demonstrated continuous publication in high-impact journals

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage an independent research program
  • Mentor students and postdoctoral fellows
  • Deliver formal lectures within the department
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for clinical application
  • Lead core facility operations for advanced imaging and analysis

Benefits

  • Participation in a tenured academic position
  • Access to resources at a leading medical research institution
  • Opportunity to develop interdisciplinary collaborations
  • Support for maintaining federally funded research initiatives
  • Engagement in a vibrant academic community
Full Job Description
The Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Associate or Full Professor position in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of neuro-immuno-oncology, cancer neuroscience, and genomics. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Teaching responsibilities may include mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, as well as providing formal lectures within the department and PSOM. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include maintaining a robust, federally-funded independent research program and collaborating with other investigators to develop interdisciplinary programs that move scientific discoveries from the laboratory to clinical settings. The position may include leadership and management of core facilities, including multiphoton imaging, -omics, and flow cytometry. Preferred candidate must have a strong track record of federal research funding and a sterling national and international reputation. A continuous record of productivity and high-impact original papers as a project leader are essential.

About Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) is a public research university with its flagship campus in University Park, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1855, Penn State is one of the largest universities in the United States, with more than 100,000 students enrolled across its 24 campuses. The university offers more than 160 majors and has a strong focus on research, with more than $1 billion in research expenditures annually. Penn State is a member of the Big Ten Conference and has a strong athletic program, with 31 varsity sports teams. The university has a large alumni network, with more than 700,000 living alumni.
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