Heersink School of Medicine-Professor-Anesthesiology Bookmark this Requisition Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Position Information School/College School of Medicine Title Heersink School of Medicine-Professor-Anesthesiology Assignment Category Full-Time Rank Professor Tenure Status Open Tenure Payroll Status Faculty 12 Job Description The Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
invites applications for an Open-Tenure, Professor focused on airway biology and lung innate immunity. We seek an investigator with a demonstrated record of high-impact publications and sustained external funding and a commitment to translational impact, collaboration, and mentorship. UAB Heersink School of Medicine is a premier biomedical research institution known for scientific excellence, translational impact,
and training the next generation of scientists. The campus offers state-of-the-art core facilities, comprehensive health science programs, and a robust network of clinical and basic science partners. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that advances scientific discovery, education, and mentorship. Position Overview Develop and maintain an independent, robust research program with strong potential
for external funding from federal agencies, private foundations, and other sources. Promote translational opportunities and collaborations with clinical departments, industry partners, and other basic science groups. Lead an externally funded research portfolio aligned with institutional priorities. Publish high-quality findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international venues. Seek, secure,
and manage competitive extramural funding (e.g., NIH and equivalent sources). Mentor and train graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and research staff; build and lead a productive research team. Contribute to teaching and curriculum development as appropriate; participate in departmental, college, and institution-wide committees. Collaborate with clinical and translational scientists to maximize research impact
and potential clinical relevance. Required Qualifications PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., immunology, pulmonology, cell biology, physiology, microbiology, bioengineering). A distinguished record of publications in airway biology, lung innate immunity, respiratory immunology, or closely related areas. Demonstrated success in obtaining and managing external research funding; track record of
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