Posted 4/20/08

Tenure-Track Position, University of Florida

The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Florida College of Medicine, in cooperation with the Malcom Randall VA Brain Rehabilitation Research Center has established a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor as part of the Translational Rehabilitation Research Initiative (TRRI) between the two institutions. The successful candidate will be expected to develop translational and basic science research programs investigating neurorehabilitation.  Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates with ongoing programs in experimental models reflecting multidisciplinary approaches to identify mechanisms of motor system plasticity and regenerative neurobiology.    It is expected that the candidate will develop strong collaborations with clinical investigators in the existing and well-funded Brain Rehabilitation Research Center of the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center.  The new appointee will be expected to establish extramurally funded research programs and to teach in neuroscience-related graduate and medical courses in the College of Medicine.  Minimum requirements include a doctorate or medical degree in a relevant discipline, eligibility for employment at the VA with a minimum of 3 years of post-doctoral experience.  A competitive salary and start-up package will be offered.  Salaries are negotiable and commensurate with experience. 

Consideration of applications for this position has been re-opened.  New applications will be reviewed as they are received and accepted through the end of May.  Candidates who are interested in these positions are encouraged to send a letter describing their major research interests, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references to Dena Howland, Ph.D., TRRI Search Committee Chair, Department of Neuroscience, McKnight Brain Institute, PO Box 100244, Gainesville, FL 32610.  The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution.  Electronic applications can be made to howland@mbi.ufl.edu.  Visit us on the web at www.neuroscience.ufl.edu and http://www1.va.gov/brrc/.