Faculty.Professor.Associate - Full-Time
About The Position
The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine's Trivedi Institute for Space and Global Biomedicine is seeking outstanding faculty for full-time, tenure-stream positions at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level. The Trivedi Institute is an interdisciplinary research hub focused on using spaceflight and space-relevant environments to advance biomedical discovery and innovation. Their mission includes understanding biology, developing new medical technologies, and improving human health on Earth and in space. They are particularly interested in candidates whose research spans fundamental discovery, translational innovation, and applications for human health in space, terrestrial, and resource-constrained environments. Areas of interest include cell and molecular biology, human physiology, biomedical technologies, computational and systems approaches, biomanufacturing, and sustainable biological systems. Candidates with research that bridges disciplinary boundaries and connects fundamental biology with translational applications are highly encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- PhD in a relevant field (biological or biomedical sciences, life sciences, engineering or bioengineering, computational sciences, or related disciplines), MD, or equivalent doctoral degree.
- Appropriate postgraduate research training.
- For Assistant Professor level: 1-5 years of experience, strong potential to develop an independent research program, obtain external research funding, and establish a record of impactful scholarship.
- For Associate Professor level: 6-10 years of experience, established record of independent research, peer-reviewed scholarship, and external research funding.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates whose research crosses traditional disciplinary boundaries and creates connections between fundamental biological discovery and translational applications.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain an innovative, externally funded research program.
- Publish impactful scholarship.
- Collaborate with investigators across disciplines.
- Contribute to the scientific programs and intellectual community of the Trivedi Institute.
- Participate in the education and mentorship of students and trainees.
Benefits
- Academic rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
