Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Focused Ultrasound
About The Position
The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine seeks an innovative investigator with expertise in focused ultrasound, neuroscience, neuroengineering, biomedical engineering, bioengineering, molecular biosciences, or a related field. The successful candidate will establish an independent research program and join a collaborative environment focused on developing innovative therapies and technologies for neurological disease. Opportunities exist for collaboration across the Department of Neurosurgery, the Center for Translational Engineering in Medicine (CTEM), the University of Maryland Institute for Neuroengineering and Data Science (UM-MIND), and other interdisciplinary research programs. UM-Neurosurgery seeks to solve complex neurological problems to improve the condition and health of our patients. We work each day to innovate and excel in the clinical practice, science, and education of neurosurgery. This core focus rests on a platform and within a culture where all members uniquely contribute and reach their full capacity for teamwork, impact, and fulfillment. Our mission is supported by 4 Core Values: Patients first, together! Always do the right thing Leave it better than you found it Drive to Discovery and Mastery.
Requirements
- PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated expertise in focused ultrasound, neuroscience, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, molecular biosciences, or a related discipline.
- Strong record of research productivity and scholarly achievement.
- Potential to develop a successful extramural funding portfolio.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in translational neuroscience or neurotechnology research.
- Experience with therapeutic ultrasound, neuromodulation, brain drug delivery, imaging, or related technologies.
- Experience mentoring students and trainees.
Responsibilities
- Establish an independent research program.
- Join a collaborative environment focused on developing innovative therapies and technologies for neurological disease.
- Collaborate across the Department of Neurosurgery, the Center for Translational Engineering in Medicine (CTEM), the University of Maryland Institute for Neuroengineering and Data Science (UM-MIND), and other interdisciplinary research programs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development.
- Participation in a retirement program.
- Generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year.
- Paid holidays.
- Personal leave.
- Unlimited accrual of sick time.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Professional learning and development programs.
- Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
