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Lexington, KY
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Job Title Assistant, Associate or Professor-regular title series
Requisition Number FE03891
Working Title Translational Neuroscience/ Vascular Cognitive Impairment
Department Name 7H030:SANDERS-BROWN CTR ON AGING
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Tenure Track
Required Education
PhD, MD/DO, MD/PhD or equivalent degree
Required Related Experience
Post-doctoral experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Job Summary
The University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time tenure-track open-rank faculty position in the area of translational neuroscience/ vascular cognitive impairment. We seek a collaborative neuroscientist with expertise in vascular contributions to cognitive impairment and dementia and who focuses on development of novel biomarkers and therapeutic approaches for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Research interests on fundamental mechanisms of cerebrovascular small vessel disease in animal models of neurodegenerative disorders, development and use of fluid biomarkers to measure neurodegenerative disease progression, target engagement, analytic stratification, and/or biological responses to a therapeutic intervention would fit particularly well into our research team.
Along with application. applicants must include the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vita
- Statement describing current & future research plans, teaching and service (Specific Request 1).
- Statement of describing contributions to diversity and inclusivity (Specific Request 2).
- Names and contact information for three references (Specific Request 3).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Fluid biomarkers, neuropathology, animal models, microvascular contributions to dementia/ record of scholarly activity/ communication skills/ technical expertise/ record of collaboration.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Candidates ideally will have external funding to support their research program
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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