| Classification Title: |
Research Assistant Professor - Translational research for genetic neurological disease |
|---|---|
| Job Description: |
The Ranum lab in the Center for NeuroGenetics within the UF College of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated scientist to develop immunotherapy strategies for neurological diseases and to identify novel genes that cause neurological diseases development. The candidate will perform research to identify and characterize novel ataxia genes caused by repeat expansion mutations. The position involves laboratory research, planning and executing experiments, writing reports and papers, participating in lab and Center meetings and presenting the research at meetings. |
| Expected Salary: |
Annual salary range is $58,000 - $70,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Minimum Requirements: |
Ph.D. Degree |
| Preferred Qualifications: | Preferred qualifications include expertise with RAN protein disorders, microscopy, IHC, IF and other histological methods as well as mouse behavior and preclinical mouse studies for drug development. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
This is a time-limited position and all applicants MUST apply online through Careers at UF. In order to be considered, you must upload references and resume/CV. If selected as one of the final candidate, three letters of recommendation must be provided. The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. (NACES) http://naces.org/. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (EDT) of the posting end date. |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes |
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