University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Senior
Chicago, IL
Educational Services
About the position
The University of Chicago's Department of Neurology is seeking a Tenured Full Professor to hold the Jack Miller Professorship. The appointee will focus on conducting research aimed at finding a cure for peripheral neuropathy, particularly idiopathic peripheral neuropathy, while leading the Department's research program in this area. The role also includes teaching responsibilities at the graduate and/or undergraduate level and supervising students and trainees.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research to seek a cure for peripheral neuropathy, especially idiopathic peripheral neuropathy.
- Lead the Department's peripheral neuropathy research program.
- Collaborate with members of the Neuromuscular Program and other programs and centers.
- Teach at the graduate and/or undergraduate level.
- Supervise students and trainees.
Requirements
- PhD in neurosciences, genetics, or an equivalent area, or a medical doctorate or equivalent.
- If an MD, must hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois and be board certified or eligible in Neurology.
- A history of extramural funding.
Nice-to-haves
- Mid-career and senior-level investigators with leadership skills.
Benefits
- Generous package of fringe benefits.
- Access to state-of-the-art core facilities.
- Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration.
