Research Associate Professor

Job Summary

Candidates should demonstrate extensive research experience in the fields of neuroimmunology and substance abuse, with a preferred focus on mechanisms of HIV-induced neuropathology. The ideal candidate would also have some background in translational research. This individual will be involved in ongoing NIH-funded projects (PI: Meucci). This experienced researcher is also expected to facilitate teamwork and participate in the training of graduate students and ultimately enhance the research potential of the whole group.

Essential Functions

• Organize and perform technically advanced experiments.
• Train junior graduate students/research assistants in basic daily tasks.
• Prepare experimental reports and material for presentations.
• Manuscript/grant writing skills.
• Literature search.
• Assist PI in the coordination of clinical collaborations.
• Conduct sophisticated statistical analysis.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a PhD in a relevant biomedical science discipline
• Minimum of 7-10 years post-doc work.
  
  

Previous post-doctoral experience and publication record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Content expert in neuroscience, neurodegenerative disease, substance use disorder.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Typically sitting at a desk/table.
• Typically standing, walking.
  
  

Location

• Center City – Philadelphia, PA.
  
  

Additional Information

This is a full-time Faculty position classified as Exempt . The salary offered is based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet or Part-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet .

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.