Research Assistant Scientist - Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (76666)

The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida (UF) invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month non- tenure track, time-limited faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant Scientist in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.

The chosen candidate will join Dr. Chelsey Simmons’ Mechanobiology Laboratory, and their work will be primarily supported by Dr. Simmons’ project to unlock the secrets of mammalian regeneration by using the African Spiny Mouse as a novel model system, funded by the US National Institute of General Medical Science. The incumbent will be helping to understand the relationship of resident cells (e.g., fibroblasts) and blood cells (e.g., macrophages) in Spiny Mouse regeneration. In consultation with Dr. Simmons, they will be responsible for overseeing planning, performance, and dissemination of relevant in vivo and in vitro projects. The incumbent will devise experimental protocols and processes, compile and analyze data, develop figures, search, and analyze scientific literature, write manuscripts, and present data at local and national meetings (may include travel). As part of Dr. Simmons’ large research group, they will mentor postdocs, graduate students, and staff, participate in departmental committees, and contribute to general lab maintenance and safety. The incumbent is also encouraged to write proposals to support their independent research portfolio.

The University of Florida is the flagship campus of the State of Florida university system and is ranked as the #6 best public US university according to US News and World Report. The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering currently has 47 tenured and tenure-track faculty members and is the #15 and #16 ranked Mechanical and Aerospace graduate program at a public university according to US News and World Report. Persons joining the Department will find outstanding facilities, interdisciplinary opportunities, a collaborative and collegial work environment, and a strong dedication to diversity and excellence in research and education. Potential applicants seeking more information are encouraged to visit our website at http://www.mae.ufl.edu/

The successful candidate is expected to have a doctoral degree in Biomechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Medicine, or a related field. Knowledge and experience in the following topics are required: Cell/Tissue Mechanics, Animal Models of Wound Healing, Academic Writing. Knowledge or experience in the following topics are desired but not required: Immunology, Mechanobiology, Biomaterials, Bioinformatics, and/or Genetics.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately, with the first full committee screening occurring immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled. All applications must be submitted through Interfolio at: https://facultyjobs.hr.ufl.edu/ . (Please see Job Requisition #76666). Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter (summary and introduction related to hiring emphasis areas); (2) a personal statement (including identification of any synergies with UF investigators, centers & institutes); (3) a diversity statement (including experience in working with diverse and underrepresented groups in engineering); (4) a curriculum vitae (including a 1-page CV highlights); (5) up to three representative journal articles (co-)authored by the applicant; and (6) the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. The anticipated start for the position is September 6, 2021 with some flexibility for a later start based on individual needs.

Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ .

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.

The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

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The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.