Research Assistant Professor

4 hours ago


Morgantown, West Virginia, United States West Virginia University Full time
About the Opportunity

West Virginia University Health Science Center is seeking a highly qualified Research Assistant Professor to join the Department of Orthopaedics. This is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty position designed for an individual with a strong track record of research achievement in microbiology and/or orthopaedic biomaterials.

The successful candidate will become a part of a research team headed by Dr. Matthew Dietz, Professor and Chair of WVU Orthopaedics. The primary responsibilities will include performing bench research on the evaluation of in vitro and in vivo prosthetic joint infection models, assisting in data management, and contributing to the efficient operation of the director's laboratory.

The Research Assistant Professor will be responsible for manuscript preparation and submission, grant proposal generation, symposia presentations, work-in-progress seminars, and the recruitment and mentoring of students. Specific responsibilities will include generation, maintenance, experimentation, and testing on biofilms.

The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree (MD, PhD or MD/PhD), some postdoctoral research experience, and a strong background in microbiology and/or orthopaedic biomaterials. Experience in grant writing, recruiting and mentoring students, and managing multiple projects is highly desirable.

West Virginia University offers a range of benefits, including generous paid time off, health insurance, and retirement savings. The university values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all faculty and staff.

Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree (MD, PhD or MD/PhD)
  • Postdoctoral research experience
  • Strong background in microbiology and/or orthopaedic biomaterials
  • Experience in grant writing, recruiting and mentoring students, and managing multiple projects


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