UT Health Science Center Human Resources

Date Posted: 09-MAR-2011
Job Title: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
PIN Number: #21922
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: FACULTY
Description: Two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions are available in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering/Campbell Clinic at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Applications are invited from individuals who will develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program that builds on the strengths and interconnects with the departmental expertise in the fields of metabolic bone disease, genetic bone disease, system biology, skeletal morphology and physiology. Qualified candidates should have a strong background in skeletal physiology and bone adaptive response to dynamic mechanical challenges. Specifically, candidates involved in research in bone matrix proteins and their implication in the regulation of mineral metabolism and bone remodeling in basic metabolism and pathological conditions are encouraged to apply. Investigation in one or more clinically relevant fields such as fracture repair, osteoporosis or rickets/osteomalacia is desirable. Individuals with extensive expertise in analytical and quantitative imaging (bone histomorphometry, three dimensional imaging, histopathology), cellular and molecular approaches, mouse genetics or biochemistry are particularly sought. Candidates will also have the opportunity to interface with medical device industrial partners in the Memphis area as well as with clinical faculty to aid in the translational aspects of research in their field. Anticipated teaching responsibilities include: skeletal physiology, adaptive response to mechanical stress, cell and molecular biology of the skeleton and introduction to bone imaging. Candidates must have a PhD in bone cell and molecular biology or related field with appropriate postdoctoral experience, a strong record in high quality journal publications, and potential to establish an externally funded research group. Send CV and cover letter to Karen Hasty, Ph.D., Wilhelm Professor, UT Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Biomedical Engineering, 956 Court Avenue, room E226, Memphis, TN 38163, khasty@uthsc.edu The University of Tennessee does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or veteran status in provision of educational programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University. The University does not discriminate on the basis race, sex, or disability in its educational programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the Office of the Equity and Diversity, 62 South Dunlap, Memphis, Tennessee 38163, telephone 901-458-5558 (V/TTY available). The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services