The Alzheimer’s Center (ACT) at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is seeking qualified candidates for the role of scientist for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, whose research program investigates mechanisms and/or therapeutic targets for Alzheimer's disease (AD), brain aging, dementias and AD-related disorders (ADRD).

ACT is interested in qualified applicants who will have expertise related to one or more of the following: Neurobiology of aging and AD/ADRD, including animal models and/or cell culture systems
Histopathology, biochemical analysis, biomarkers, or translational studies, including human non-human samples, or Omics approaches in brain aging or dementias.

The Alzheimer’s Center at Temple occupies space in the Medical Education and Research Building, a new state-of-the-art building dedicated to basic and clinical research and medical education. This position will complement and synergize with ongoing basic and clinical research programs within the Departments of Neural Sciences (including the Center for Substance Abuse Research and the Center for Neural Development and Repair) and Neurology.

Additional information about the Alzheimer’s Center at Temple can be found on the department’s website: ACT. 

Candidate Qualifications

• PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree
• Possess academic credentials that would support academic appointment as an Assistant or Associate Professor.
• Candidates should have an established research program; independent or pathway to independence funding from NIH and/or private foundations
• Strong academic record in the biology of neurodegenerative diseases or neuroscience with an emphasis on Alzheimer’s and related neurodegenerative diseases.
• Candidates will have a proven track record of consistent publications in high-impact journals. 
• Applicants to this research-intensive position are expected to devote primary efforts to performing creative, high-impact studies supported by extramural funding

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick time
• Health, dental, and vision
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.

"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

Procedure for Candidacy

To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application. 

Your application will not be considered complete until you have submitted all the required documents and information.  All documents must be in PDF format.

Application materials should include: a cover letter outlining your area of expertise and qualifications; a current curriculum vitae; and a synopsis of your research and teaching interests, accomplishments, and professional goals. Please also provide three letters of reference or the contact information for three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number for each). Candidates are encouraged to include a statement describing their contributions to working effectively in an urban environment. All materials should be combined into a single PDF file.

Please address all applications to: Silvia Fossati, PhD, Director, Alzheimer’s Center at Temple, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, C/O William Mawhinney, Sr. Recruiter, Office of Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, email: William.mawhinney@tuhs.temple.edu  

For confidential inquiries and/or questions about the opportunity, please contact William Mawhinney.

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