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Assistant/Associate/Professor (T/TT) - Immunomodulation & Translational Research Program

Employer
University of Missouri - Columbia
Location
Columbia, Missouri, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Jan 4, 2024
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Hiring Department

Department of Pediatrics

Job Description

The University of Missouri Department of Pediatrics seeks to expand its expertise in immunomodulation and translational research, by hiring an Assistant/Associate Professor for a tenure-track
position.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop a competitive and extramurally-funded research program using innovative
    approaches for the treatment of type 1 diabetes.
  • Establish a research program with a particular focus on beta cell replacement therapy using
    pancreatic islets or beta cells derived from stem cells.
  • Work independently and in collaboration with the faculty of the Immunomodulation and
    Translational Research Program to support the objective of becoming a nationally
    recognized program seeking a cure for type 1 diabetes.
  • Collaborate with the Faculty of Department of Pediatrics, and other MU units on research of
    mutual interest to promote the Institution‘s academic and research mission.
  • Participate in university services as needed.
  • Teaching responsibilities may vary based on the Department's needs and include delivering
    lectures, and seminars, supervising and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows
    during clinical rotations, and overseeing research projects conducted by graduate students,
    postdocs, and junior researchers.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualification: PhD

Canidates will be evaluated on: a distinguished record in research relevant to type 1 diabetes or immunomodulation

Application Materials

Be prepared to upload a CV.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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Company

 Mizzou

The University of Missouri was founded in 1839 in Columbia, Mo., as the first public university west of the Mississippi River and the first state university in Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase territory. MU provides all the benefits of two universities in one — it's a major land-grant institution and Missouri's largest public research university.

Considered one of the nation's top-tier institutions, Mizzou has a reputation of excellence in teaching and research, and is the flagship campus of the four-campus University of Missouri System. It is one of only 34 public universities, and the only public institution in Missouri, to be selected for membership in the Association of American Universities. MU offers more than 280 degree programs — including more than 75 online degree options — and is designated as comprehensive doctoral with medical/veterinary by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Mizzou is recognized nationally and receives top rankings for its programs in many areas, including journalismdispute resolutionfamily and community medicinecampus writing program and Freshman Interest Groups. As one of only six public universities in the country with medicineveterinary medicine and law all on one campus, MU provides Missouri with an educated work force of doctors, veterinarians and lawyers.

At Mizzou, we know how to make an impact—and our work reaches far beyond our campus. When you become part of our community, you’ll be part of our collective effort to teach, to learn and to drive change that results in better lives and brighter futures for the world.

Mizzou Tigers are lifelong learners, and that includes our faculty and staff members. All employees have the opportunity to pursue personal and professional growth and acquire new skills for their own benefit and the benefit of the university.

Our university seeks to support the whole employee, and that includes a competitive compensation and benefits package, support that will help you find work/life balance, a focus on career planning and plenty of opportunities to find and be recognized for your success.

We support an engaged and energized university community through competitive medical, dental and vision insurance as well as diverse programs to support whole-person wellness.

Mizzou empowers employees to make a lasting financial plan with retirement plan options, some of which are accessible to all faculty and staff, no matter their eligibility for other benefits.

Mizzou is a world-renowned educational and research institution, and our first-rate faculty, staff and students are part of something big. If you’re looking for a vibrant community that offers endless opportunities to grow and make a difference throughout our state, the nation and the world, our university may be the place for you. 

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