Research Scientist

3 days ago


Kansas City, Missouri, United States University of Kansas Medical Center Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Assistant Professor to join our team at the University of Kansas Medical Center. The successful candidate will have a strong background in respiratory research and a proven track record of conducting high-quality research in the field of acute lung injury and inflammatory diseases.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct respiratory basic/translational research and lead a laboratory as Principal/Co-Investigator with acute lung injury focus.
  • Train and educate students, residents, fellows, and faculty in a research setting.
  • Obtain extramural/internal grant funding to support laboratory/research team.
  • Mentoring and evaluating students, fellows, and faculty, as well as participating in weekly lectures and discussion groups.
  • Representation of the University at national and international conferences, through scholarly contributions, such as lectures and poster presentations, and presentation of research results through publications in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.

Requirements:

  • PhD or MD degree.
  • At least 2 years of experience in basic/translational research in the respiratory field.
  • Experience in acute lung injury and inflammatory diseases.
  • Laboratory skills in molecular biology in basic/translational research.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least 4 years of experience in basic/translational research in the respiratory field.
  • Experience in teaching and mentoring faculty/students.
  • Extramural grant funding.

What We Offer:

The University of Kansas Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, health expense accounts, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans. Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, please submit your CV and cover letter. If selected as a final candidate, you may be required to complete the Association of American Universities Representations and Warranties document and sign a release of records that will allow the University of Kansas Medical Center to conduct a further background check with former employers.


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