University of Arizona
Posted 4mo ago

Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Basic Medical Sciences (TT) (MD, PhD, or MD/PhD)

University of Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • develop research
  • collaborate broadly
  • teach students
Requirements
  • MD/PhD or MD/PhD-equivalent
  • Tenure-track
  • External funding
  • Teaching
  • Publications
Technical tools mentioned
In vivo electrophysiologyOptogeneticsNeuroanatomical tracingStatistical analysis

Job description




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Assistant, Associate or Full Professor - Basic Medical Sciences (TT) (MD, PhD, or MD/PhD)
Posting Number req25500
Department COM Phx Basic Medical Sci
Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 475 N. 5th St. , Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights The Department of Basic Medical Sciences (BMS) at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix seeks to hire an assistant, associate or full professor. This position reports directly to the department chair.

The Department of Basic Medical Sciences and the College of Medicine – Phoenix is undergoing a significant and strategic expansion in the research enterprise. The department is seeking to recruit new tenure track faculty at the rank of assistant, associate or full professor to complement and enhance the current cadre of highly innovative, collegial, collaborative and well-funded group of faculty within the department and college. The research foci of interest will serve to enhance the existing strengths in the department that include neuroscience, cancer, immune metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. Through discovery, education and service, the BMS faculty strive to be leaders in their areas of scholarship. Our blended faculty creates a unique environment to perform cutting-edge, innovative, collaborative and interdisciplinary research aimed at investigating fundamental biological questions and finding solutions to challenges in cancer, immune metabolic and cardiovascular, as well as neurological diseases. Our investigative team also collaborates with clinical researchers to facilitate the development of novel diagnostics, therapies and preventive measures. BMS faculty are engaged in medical and graduate education by developing, delivering and assessing curricula and conduct educational scholarship to support the educational mission of the college.

This position includes overseeing and conducting an independent research program, conducting collaborative and programmatic research with other faculty, publishing findings in peer reviewed journals, pursuing and securing extramural funding and taking on duties and responsibilities that demonstrate strong service to the department and the college. This may include serving on committees, task forces, coordinating, overseeing or assisting in specific aspects of departmental operations. The candidate will attend faculty, lab and subgroup meetings and contribute meaningfully to research projects that will lead to independence as well as those that are collaborative.

The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member within the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, actively participate in teaching and scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of assistant, associate or full professor.


The successful candidate will meet the requirements of a tenure track faculty according to the College and University guidelines.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Biosciences Core (PBC) campus in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The PBC campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A 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
  • Bring support and energy to developing the innovative and collaborative neuroscience research.  
  • Support federally funded research programs and publish high impact scientific research in the areas of neural circuitry function, neurobehavior and neuropsychiatric and neurological disease.  
  • Develop collaborations with pertinent faculty within the College and partner institutions. 
  • Contribute to the teaching, mentoring and service components of the College’s missions in medical and graduate education.  
  • Research and other scholarly work. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Have experience mentoring students and trainees in research projects. 
  • Have outstanding interpersonal communication and professionalism skills. 
Minimum Qualifications
  • Hold an MD, PhD or MD/PhD or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution in biological sciences, medicine or a related field.  
  • Exhibit a track record of extramural research funding, high impact publications and teaching. 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrate innovation and federally-funded research in neuroscience, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases.
  • Have a strong track record in teaching and mentoring in classroom or laboratory settings.
  • Have experience in an academic medical center and medical education environment.
  • Exhibit a strong record of peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals (e.g., Molecular Psychiatry, Journal of Neuroscience).
  • Demonstrate experience with in vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics and advanced neuroanatomical tracing techniques.
  • Have experience serving on the editorial board of a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
Rank To be Determined
Tenure Information Tenure Track (T/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 AAMC Public Schools for Rank and Specialty
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

Office of Talent Acquisition

[email protected]

Open Date 4/6/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

CV, cover letter and two additional documents required for to be considered for the position. One additional document will be a statement of research or teaching interest, which should clearly indicate your interest in this role and what skills or professional employment experience you have to support your application.

The other additional document will be professional reference contacts. Please include at least three professional references at your current rank or above, their contact information and the nature of your work with them.

Faculty selected for this teaching opportunity will be required to obtain faculty status within the appropriate academic department. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety 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].



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