The College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and the Graduate College of Biomedical Sciences at Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) invite applications for a tenure-system faculty position in the area of cell and molecular biology and pathophysiology and immunomodulation of diseases in translational research, primarily in the field of cardiovascular and musculoskeletal diseases. Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in Clinical & Translational Science, Immunology, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedicine or related fields, with research expertise in cell and molecular biology, pathophysiology and immunomodulation of disease process and translational research approaches.
The position will be filled initially at the non-tenure track Assistant Professor level, and upon success will be considered for tenure-track. The candidate is expected to establish a sustainable research program; make significant scholarly contributions to translational research in cardiovascular diseases, particularly in atherosclerotic diseases, plaque instability, intimal hyperplasia and restenosis; further develop the discipline; be an effective teacher and mentor of graduate and postgraduate students in health sciences; and engage in institutional and professional service. Other duties and responsibilities will be as agreed upon with the Senior Vice President for Research, the Deans (or designees) in the colleges of Osteopathic Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, and the Head of the Department of Translational Research. The position will require developing inter-disciplinary translational research projects in collaboration with other WesternU faculty members. The applicant is expected to secure extramural funding from NIH and other federal agencies within two years.
We at Western University of Health Sciences are interested in developing strong programs for basic and translational applications, with a focus on cell and molecular biology and pathophysiology in cardiovascular and musculoskeletal diseases in an interdisciplinary manner. The position will require collaboration with other WesternU faculty members to develop new research programs in Translational Research and Biotechnology. The research focus can range from gaining a deeper understanding of processes at the cellular and molecular level, with emphasis on cell and molecular biology, and identifying targets for developing better treatment strategies using clinically relevant animal models.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Extramural research funding awards to WesternU in fiscal year 2020 exceeded $5 million, reflecting continued growth in the research enterprise. The mission of WesternU is to develop strong multidisciplinary and collaborative discovery through cross-cutting basic and applied/translational research.
Therefore, exceptional candidates who can develop such a program and teach classes in Molecular Medicine and Pathophysiology and Immunomodulation of Diseases and related subjects are invited to apply. A startup package will provide the basis for establishing an independent research program. Exceptional candidates who can develop such a program and also teach classes in Molecular Medicine, Pathophysiology and Immunomodulation of Diseases, and Clinical and Translational Research Design and Methods and related subjects are especially encouraged to apply.
Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. It is expected that a qualified candidate will start the position in January 2021.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Life Sciences/Clinical & Translational Science/ Biotechnology/Biomedical Sciences with at least 3 years of research experience in cell and molecular biology, pathophysiology and immunomodulation of cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and other diseases, as evidenced by strong publication record.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who have obtained the highest degree within the last 5-7 years, have proven experience in the immunomodulation and pathophysiology of cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and other diseases, molecular signaling and transgenic mice, designing and performing experiments using biopsy tissues and whole animal model to investigate biological and pathological processes at the cellular and molecular level.
Essential Job Duties
Key Responsabilities
Research and Scholarly activities to develop independent research projects, write and submit grant applications for extramural support
Key Responsabilities
Teaching and service to WesternU.
Key Responsabilities
Efforts to develop and assist in small and large animal surgeries in cardiovascular and musculoskeletal diseases
Key Responsabilities
Efforts in training and mentoring to health science students and graduate students
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Work Schedule
This is an exempt position. The job requires 40 hours per week. This may also include evening and weekend hours.
Working at WesternU
We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.
We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,
- Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
- Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
- Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
- As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
- WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
- We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!
Physical Demands
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Yes
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to grasp laboratory objects, equipment and animals (if applicable). The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, and smell. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and stoop. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to monitor the various computer screens and instruments used during the physiological processes.
Describe Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position will work with faculty, health sciences students, graduate students, veterinary technicians, and staff at the WesternU Animal Facility.
Conditions of Employment - Background Check
To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, is may be. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.
Pay Transparency Act
Pay Transparency Act: Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is defined as the Full Pay Range. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position defined as the Expected Pay Scale. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity, and relevant qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)
It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.
Required Documents
- Letter of Recommendation #1
- Letter of Recommendation #2
- Letter of Recommendation #3
Optional Documents