Associate Professor

About the Job The Department of Neurology at the University of Minnesota invites applications for an Associate Professor position from candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree specializing in neurophysiology and neuromodulation technologies for Parkinson’s disease. This position will be the Associate Director of the Microelectrode Recording Electrophysiology Services Clinical Program. The clinical neuromodulation program supports deep brain stimulation surgical treatment for Parkinson’s patients and NIH-funded research studying the pathophysiology of Parkinson’s disease, novel applications of deep brain stimulation technology to treat neurological disease, the mechanisms of deep brain stimulation, and motor systems neurophysiology. The successful applicant will be expected to maintain a leadership position within the DBS clinical and research program as an Associate Director with responsibilities including supervising diverse teams of research staff, securing extramural research funding, publishing peer‑reviewed manuscripts, teaching students and fellows, and participating in service activities. Job Duties and Responsibilities Direct the clinical microelectrode recording operations to support the DBS clinical and research programs. This includes set up and maintenance of MER equipment, training of technical and OR staff, optimization of MER workflows, and data collection. Maintain extramural funding. Supervision of MER technical staff. Lead contact with Fairview OR staff for equipment maintenance, staff training, and logistics required for surgical cases. Conduct neurophysiology research. Originate research ideas. Obtain research funding through grant proposals (e.g., NIH funding). Collect and analyze data. Write manuscripts for publications. Supervise and mentor undergraduate, graduate students, junior scientists, and postdocs working on related research projects. Qualifications Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, or a related science field. Strong track record of securing extramural research funding and peer‑reviewed publications. Current NIH funding. Expertise in clinical electrophysiology. Expertise with deep brain stimulation technologies for movement disorders, specifically Parkinson’s disease. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others. About the Department The Department of Neurology at the University of Minnesota is a well‑balanced program with significant achievements in teaching, clinical programs, and research. The University of Minnesota is one of the highest‑ranked public universities in research. The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $90,000 – $155,000, depending on education/qualifications/experience. Time Appointment: 100% Appointment. Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff. Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off. Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regent’s Tuition Benefit Program. Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans. Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts. University HSA contributions. Disability and employer‑paid life insurance. Employee wellbeing program. Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity. Financial counseling services. Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost. Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. Please attach a list of research publications, and a list of references. This position will remain open until filled. 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