Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Tenure Track

Company: LRES Corporation
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 13, 2025

Job Description:

Employment Opportunities Designed to Help Us Collaborate in Creation!Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Tenure TrackPosition DetailsJob Title: Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Tenure TrackPosition Number: [Not provided]Job Category: University FacultyJob Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status: ExemptCampus: Maywood-Health Sciences CampusLocation Code: PHARMACOLOGY (06230A)Department Name: PHARMACOLOGYSalary Range: $100,000 - $231,530Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop an internationally recognized, extramurally funded research program
• Contribute to graduate education in the Pharmacology and Neuroscience PhD, MS/MBA, and MS programs
• Mentor PhD, MS, and BS level trainees to conduct high-quality, ethically sound research
• Provide service to the LUC and Stritch School of Medicine research and education community
• Cultivate a culture of equitable inclusionQualificationsThe Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Neuroscience (MPN) in the Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University Chicago invites applications for tenure-track Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor faculty positions. Candidates are encouraged to apply who perform research that complements existing department focus areas in neuropharmacology, gut microbiota-brain interactions, neurodevelopment, nanomedicine, drug delivery, neurodegeneration, neural repair, neuropsychiatric diseases, ocular pharmacology, neural control of cardiovascular function, and exosome biology. The MPN department is undergoing an expansion period, with several rounds of faculty hiring planned. As such, newly hired faculty will have the opportunity to help shape the future research focus areas of the department. Successful candidates will be provided with a strong start-up package, modern laboratory space, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive health and retirement benefit structure. New MPN faculty will be expected to develop an extramurally funded research program and contribute to the graduate education mission of the MPN department.Located on the LUC Health Sciences Campus (HSC) in Maywood, Illinois just 10 miles from downtown Chicago, the MPN department is housed within the Center for Translational Research and Education (CTRE). The CTRE was built in 2016 and, along with the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center and the Parkinson School of Public Health, is home to over 70 tenure-track faculty members with active research programs. As a member of the vibrant biomedical community of the greater Chicago area, the LUC HSC is not only well-equipped to grow research programs from within but also ideally situated to build collaborative networks.As the first medical school in the country to accept DACA students, diversity is at the core of our strategic plan. LUC is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in social, racial, and ethnic backgrounds, as well as religion, gender, sexual orientation, and philosophical outlooks. LUC promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides support for its faculty.Required QualificationsThe tenure-track faculty position in the MPN department requires a PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Research, or a related subject area. A minimum of two years of postdoctoral experience; a strong publication record; demonstrated excellence in teaching; outstanding leadership skills.Desired QualificationsIt is anticipated that candidates at the Assistant Professor level will develop a research program that obtains federal or private funding, while Associate and Full professor applicants will already hold active R01 (or equivalent) level funding. Review of applications will begin as soon as completed applications are received and will continue until the positions are filled. Reference letters will only be requested from candidates who advance in the interview process.Application InstructionsCandidates should submit the following documents in a single PDF:
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research Statement describing the applicant's current research, future research plans, and funding history (2 pages)
• Teaching Philosophy (1 page)
• Statement describing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Contact information for three professional referencesPlease send questions to Dr. Rocco Gogliotti at rgogliotti@luc.edu.About Loyola University ChicagoFounded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes - including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences - Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.Additional InformationLoyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click .Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.Posting DetailsNumber of Vacancies: [Not provided]Desired Start Date: 07/01/2025Position End Date: [Not provided]Open Until Filled: YesApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Statement
• Research StatementOptional Documents
• Other DocumentSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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