Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Neurosurgery (Multiple Positions) (TE)

Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Neurosurgery (Multiple Positions) (TE) Posting Number req22944 Department Neurosurgery Department Website Link https://neurosurgery.arizona.edu/ Medical Sub-Speciality Neurosurgery Location University of Arizona Health Sciences Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights The Department of Neurosurgery in the University of Arizona College of Medicine (COM-T) is a growing program with an excellent foundation. Our goal is to continue to elevate this department and to enable an environment that provides the best possible care for patients with all types of neurosurgical conditions. The Department is hiring a dynamic and collaborative research faculty member at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. We are seeking a scientist/engineer with a history of grant funding and active grants whose focus is translational research on devices. We are eager to expand our program in research in functional neurosurgery and/or administering other neurosurgical treatments. Expertise in machine learning and biomarkers will also be considered. With the ability to focus on this unique expertise, this position will deliver exceptional results and contribute to our goal of improving the lives of our patients through clinical care, research and training. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. Duties & Responsibilities * Develop a nationally recognized and continuously funded research program in the field of Neurosurgery. * Lead a cutting-edge basic or translational research program within their subspecialty area. * Serve as mentors to research and clinical trainees, fostering academic excellence within the department and institution. * Demonstrate scholarly activity by publishing results in peer-reviewed journals. * Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers across the University of Arizona's robust academic and research ecosystem. * Participate as a productive member of the Department and the College through impactful scholarly work and good citizenship. Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities: * Knowledge and experience related to area of specialty. * Teaching skills. * Grant preparation and management skills. Minimum Qualifications * PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a biomedical field. * Demonstrated track record of distinction in research in an academic research department. Preferred Qualifications Rank To be Determined Tenure Information Tenure-Eligible (TE) FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay DOE Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 2 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Dr. Julie Pilitsis | [email protected] Open Date 6/9/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [email protected].