UNIV - Open Rank - Department of Regenerative Medicine

Job Description Summary

Medical University of South Carolina, Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology

A tenure track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level is available for a researcher that focuses on a topic broadly related to the digestive system. Candidates at the senior levels are expected to bring a vigorous research program with significant extramural funding. Candidates whose research complements existing strengths, which include tissue engineering, pluripotent stem cell differentiation, cellular basis of disease, and molecular biology of cell function, are particularly encouraged to apply. Competitive salary, laboratory space and start-up funds are available. Research at MUSC is supported by excellent core facilities specializing in advanced imaging, genetically modified mice and rats, drug discovery, proteomics, and stem cell and organoid models of disease. Information about the Department can be found at https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/regenerative-medicine.

Applicants should provide a research plan and a curriculum vitae including the names of three references through the MUSC employment portal. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston was established in 1824 and is the 10th oldest continuously operating medical school in the United States. It has approximately 2,200 graduate and professional students that are supported by 1300 faculty members. Total annual research funding exceeds $250 million. This includes funding that supports the NCI–designated Hollings Cancer Center, a Clinical and Translational Science Award, a Center for Biomedical Research Excellence in Digestive and Liver Disease, and Digestive Disease Research Core Center (https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/dom/divisions/gastroenterology/research/labs-and-centers/ddrcc) along with multiple institutional training grants that support graduate student stipends.

Charleston is a unique coastal city of half a million residents that is consistently ranked as a top international destination. It has a rich history, food culture, and offers extensive outdoor recreation opportunities. The city hosts the internationally renowned Spoleto Festival USA, which offers the finest in theater, opera, dance, music and art. Information can be found at http://www.charlestoncvb.com/.

MUSC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC001060 COM REG MED Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Minimum Requirements: PhD/MD or equivalent

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

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The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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