Cell Biology
The Department of Cell Biology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas seeks to appoint exceptional scientists who are experts in the fields of general cell biology, live cell imaging, cryoEM, or electron tomography to the position of Assistant Professor (tenure track). Candidates must have a Ph.D. or M.D. and be doing cutting edge research at the interface between cell and molecular biology in such areas as: organization of macromolecular complexes, molecular interactions in living cells, spatial organization of signal transduction and cellular basis of tissue organization. The excellence of the individual candidate will take precedence over the area of special interest. The successful candidate will join an internationally recognized Cell Biology faculty at a top rated medical institution and receive both a competitive salary and an exceptional start-up package. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit the Cell Biology web site. Applicants should email their curriculum vitae, the names of three references, and a brief description of their research goals to the attention of Dr. Richard G. W. Anderson at cb.recruitment@utsouthwestern.edu. The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Center for Immunology
The Center for Immunology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas is seeking highly qualified faculty members (tenure-track level) with research interests in the area of Immunology. Researchers in all areas of Immunology are encouraged to apply; however, particular consideration will be given to scientists with research interests in immunologic responses to infectious disease. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree(s), at least 2 years of postdoctoral experience, and an exceptional publication record. The appointees will be expected to develop a competitive, independent research program in his/her chosen field. The appointment includes competitive salary, new laboratory space in an attractive and dynamic research environment, and an attractive start-up package. Applicants should submit a current CV, 2 page summary of proposed research programs and interests, and the names of 3 references to: Dr. Edward Wakeland, Director - Center for Immunology, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390-9093. Email address: Edward.wakeland@email.swmed.edu
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Developmental Biology
The Center for Developmental Biology at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center seeks applications for a tenure track position at the level of Assistant Professor to join a highly interactive group of developmental biology faculty. Competitive applicants must have a relevant Ph.D. or M.D. degree, postdoctoral training, a strong publication record and show evidence of firm commitment to a career in independent research. We are particularly interested in strong candidates with an appropriate background who wish to apply techniques of molecular or cellular biology, biochemistry, or physiology to fundamental problems of vertebrate development, stem cell and cancer biology. A superb startup package and excellent research facilities are available. Send curriculum vitae and a brief description of proposed research to: Dr. Luis F. Parada, Director, Center for Developmental Biology/Recruitment, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75390-9133.
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Microbiology Virology
The Department of Microbiology at U.T. Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas is seeking new faculty in molecular virology at the Assistant Professor (tenure track) level. This will be a "rolling" search that continues until all positions are filled. Faculty will be expected to develop front-rank, competitive, independent research programs that focus on one or more aspects of the viral life cycle (host-pathogen interactions, viral pathogenesis, disruption of viral replication, command of host cell processes, viral immunology, etc.) that will complement existing strengths in HCV, poliovirus, West Nile virus, HIV/SIV, KSHV, and viral oncogenesis. Research on any virus of medical relevance or that may be a potential biothreat is of interest. The candidate also is expected to contribute to the teaching of medical and graduate students. Attractive start-up packages, including a competitive salary and new laboratory space, are available to conduct research in an expanding, dynamic environment. For exceptional candidates, an Endowed Scholars Program offers start-up funds of $700,000 (plus $300,000 towards salary support) over a four-year period. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree with at least three years of postdoctoral experience and an exceptional publication record. Candidates please forward a c.v., three letters of recommendation, two or three representative publications, and a brief summary of future research to Dr. Michael V. Norgard, Chair, Department of Microbiology, U.T. Southwestern Medical Center, 6000 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390-9048 (michael.norgard@utsouthwestern.edu). U.T. Southwestern is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Molecular Biology
The Department of Molecular Biology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center invites applications for Assistant Professor tenure-track faculty positions. We are seeking individuals with innovative research programs in the areas of stem cell biology, cell signaling, development and gene regulation. Successful applicants should be capable of establishing a vigorous independent research program and teaching in one of several active graduate programs. Attractive start-up packages through the Endowed Scholars Program, state-of-the-art core facilities, and new laboratory space are available. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae containing a summary of past research accomplishments, a statement of future objectives, and names of three references to: Eric N. Olson, Chairman, Department of Molecular Biology, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, Texas 75390-9148.
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Neuroscience
The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, under the new leadership of Dr. Joseph Takahashi, invites applications at the junior level for a tenure-track Faculty position in the broadly defined area of Neurogenetics. We seek outstanding scientists addressing molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying behavior, neural circuits and related neurological disorders. Our emphasis is on individuals using forward genetic approaches to understand the nervous system and behavior. Scientists within the Department of Neuroscience participate in a vibrant, interdisciplinary, interdepartmental, and highly collaborative research community within the University, and enjoy access to state-of-art research cores in imaging, mouse MRI imaging, metabolic phenotyping, behavioral phenotyping, protein chemistry, structural biology, genomics, genetics and transgenic technology. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, two-page summary of research accomplishments and future plans by December 15, 2008. Applicants should arrange to have 3-5 letters of recommendation sent to the search committee. Please e-mail application materials to: NeuroscienceSearch@UTSouthwestern.edu. Neuroscience Search Committee, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390-9111.
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Physiology
The Department of Physiology invites outstanding scientists with Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degrees to apply for several faculty positions as tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professors. Candidates who use integrative and innovative molecular, genetic, biophysical, biochemical and systems biology approaches to analyze important biological problems are encouraged to apply. The scientific excellence of the candidates is more important than the specific area of research. These positions are part of the continuing growth of the Department at one of the country's leading academic medical centers and will be supported by significant laboratory space, competitive salaries, and exceptional start-up packages. The UT Southwestern faculty, which includes four Nobel Prize laureates, 15 members of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) and 16 members of the NAS Institute of Medicine, conducts more than 2,000 research projects that are supported by $300 million grant funding annually. Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research plans, and arrange to have three letters of reference sent to: James T. Stull, Ph.D., c/o Gena McElyea, Department of Physiology, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75390-9040. UT Southwestern strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and people with disabilities. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
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