Tenure Track PhD Scientist

The Department of Medicine is seeking multiple full-time, tenure-track PhD scientists across all divisions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level to strengthen its basic and translational research mission. This is a research-focused position with no clinical responsibilities. The successful candidate will establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program; publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals; and contribute to the intellectual environment through mentorship of trainees and collaboration across departments and disciplines. The faculty member will participate in graduate and postdoctoral training, scholarly activities, and appropriate departmental service consistent with rank. Candidates must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline and demonstrate a strong record of research productivity with clear potential for sustained extramural funding. Position StatusFull Time Posting Number26FA0147Posting Open Date 02/18/2026 Posting Close Date 02/17/2027

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