Job Description Summary
The Department of Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Basic and Translational Science Faculty Member to join our dynamic and growing team within the MUSC Department of Surgery. This position has a focus on benign gastrointestinal (GI) disease processes such as gut microbiome, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), gastrointestinal motility disorders, intestinal regeneration and repair, immunology, nutrition and metabolism, translation of surgical outcomes, and emerging cell- and biologic-based therapies. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role working with surgeon scientists to advance translation of biomolecular and pathophysiologic experimentation to advance patient care principles. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and lead or co-lead innovative research.

Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Faculty

Cost Center
CC001066 COM SURG Administration CC

Pay Rate Type
Salary

Pay Grade
University-00

Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift

Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Identify, lead, collaborate, and co-create research projects applying basic and translational concepts to surgical interventions
• Develop and co-develop proposals, protocols, and grant applications focused on GI biology
• Disseminate findings via abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations
• Mentor students, residents, and junior faculty in research methodology, grant writing, and scholarly activities related to translational science
• Collaborate with clinical teams to facilitate "bedside to bench and back" approach to advance interventions in surgical settings
• Provide consultation to surgeons and healthcare providers on strategies for successful translation of pre-clinical models
• Establish collaborations with other departments, institutions, and industry partners to promote interdisciplinary research
• Participate in departmental and institutional committees focused on scientific advancement
• Identify funding opportunities and secure grants from federal agencies, foundations, and industry sponsors to support basic and translational cancer research in surgery
• Contribute to the academic reputation and strategic goals of the department and institution

Required Experience and Skills:

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., or equivalent) in basic research concepts to be applied to benign GI biology
• Considerable experience (typically 3-5 years) conducting research in GI pathophysiology, ideally within surgical or healthcare settings
• A strong record of grant funding and publications in peer-reviewed journals related to GI biology and/or surgical outcomes
• Experience teaching and mentoring students, residents, or junior faculty in research methods and translational science
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and across organizational boundaries
• Flexibility to thrive in a dynamic academic environment with competing priorities and deadlines

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!