Associate Professor- Department of Cell & Molecular Biology, Rowan Virtua SOM
About The Position
The Department of Cell & Molecular Biology at Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking an Associate Professor with an established, independent research program focused on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to chronic human disease pathogenesis. The department encourages candidates whose research bridges fundamental cell and molecular biology with disease mechanisms, such as translational biology, model systems, or emerging experimental and computational approaches. The successful candidate will join a productive, collaborative department with expertise in cardiovascular disease, carcinogenesis, immunology, organelle biology, and genetics. This is a research-intensive position with limited teaching responsibilities for graduate or medical education. Salary, start-up funds, and other considerations will be commensurate with experience. Rowan University is a comprehensive public research university with a growing portfolio of biomedical, clinical, engineering, and translational research, offering an interdisciplinary research environment. Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (Rowan-Virtua SOM) is located on the University’s Stratford, New Jersey campus, within the greater Philadelphia metropolitan region. The Department of Cell and Molecular Biology is committed to advancing fundamental and translational research to define the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying human disease. The Department is expanding its research enterprise and seeks to recruit outstanding investigators who will complement and strengthen existing areas of expertise while establishing new interdisciplinary collaborations. Faculty have access to modern research facilities, advanced instrumentation, shared research resources, and opportunities for collaboration across the University. The Department particularly values research programs that integrate innovative experimental models and emerging technologies.
Requirements
- A PhD, MD, DO or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant biomedical discipline.
- An established record of independent and productive research in cell and molecular biology or mechanisms of disease.
- A strong record of peer-reviewed publications and scientific contributions appropriate for appointment at the Associate Professor level.
- A demonstrated history of extramural research funding and evidence of the ability to sustain an externally funded research program.
- Evidence of effective mentorship and a commitment to the education and professional development of graduate, medical, or postdoctoral trainees.
- A demonstrated ability to contribute to collaborative and interdisciplinary research programs.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the US; the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa.
Nice To Haves
- Molecular mechanisms underlying disease.
- Metabolism, mitochondrial biology, and organellar function.
- Molecular virology and virus-host interactions.
- Immunology, inflammation, and immune regulation of disease processes.
- Computational biology and bioinformatics.
- Mouse or human genetics, transgenic mouse models, or other model organisms.
- Human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived models.
- Three-dimensional (3D) cell culture and organoid systems.
- Organ-on-chip or other advanced human disease-modeling platforms.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a vigorous, externally funded independent research program.
- Publish high-impact scholarly work.
- Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees.
- Contribute to graduate and/or medical education.
- Participate in departmental, institutional, and professional service.
- Contribute to the Department’s collaborative research environment.
- Develop interdisciplinary interactions across Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine and the broader Rowan University research community.
Benefits
- Comprehensive NJ state health, dental and retirement benefits
- Extensive accrued time off/paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents attending Rowan University, Glassboro (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
