Research Assistant Professor (Appointment Stream)

The Department of Bioengineering at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering (engineering.pitt.edu/bioengineering) invites applications from accomplished individuals with a PhD or equivalent degree in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, biomedical sciences, or closely related disciplines for an appointment stream Research Assistant Professor faculty position. Applicants should have more than five years of postdoctoral experience carrying out independent as well as collaborative research in the field of developmental and cell mechanobiology and in bioengineering education. This is a hybrid position that involves both working in a lab setting and well a leader in our growing undergraduate program. Research--the position involves the development and applications of cell biological manipulations and their integration in biomechanical studies of morphogenesis. Additionally, the position requires substantial experience in undergraduate education and STEM education pedagogy. The position's responsibilities include writing grant applications and contributing to scientific advances in the field. The Research Assistant Professor will also be responsible for publishing the scientific work conducted in peer-reviewed journals and presenting findings at scientific meetings. Additionally, the incumbent will assist in teaching and mentoring undergraduate or graduate students and overseeing laboratory staff performing experiments. Education-this position carries out the Undergraduate Director's responsibilities. Those include but are not limited to managing ABET requirements, advising and registration matters, course scheduling, and coordination among track coordinators. In addition, will manage the undergraduate teaching assistants, oversee undergraduate events, annual retreats, and conferences, and manage handbook updates.

Located in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh, the University of Pittsburgh is a top-five institution in terms of NIH funding, and provides a rich environment for interdisciplinary research, strengthened through its affiliation with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). The Department of Bioengineering, consistently ranked among the top programs in the country, has outstanding research and educational programs, offering undergraduate (~270 students, sophomore-to-senior years) and graduate (~150 PhD or MD/PhD and ~50 MS students) degrees. The McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine (mirm.pitt.edu), Computational and Systems Biology (https://www.csb.pitt.edu/), the Vascular Medicine Institute (vmi.pitt.edu), the Brain Institute (braininstitute.pitt.edu), Starzl Transplantation Institute (http://www.stiresearch.health.pitt.edu/), and the Drug Discovery Institute (upddi.pitt.edu) offer many collaborative research opportunities. The Center for Medical Innovation (https://www.engineering.pitt.edu/CMI/), the Coulter Translational Partnership II Program (engineering.pitt.edu/coulter), and the Center for Commercial Applications of Healthcare Data (healthdataalliance.com/university-of-pittsburgh) provides biomedical innovation and translation opportunities.

The following materials should be submitted: (1) cover letter, (2) complete CV (including funding record, if applicable), (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, (5) statement describing experience with or interest in activities to enhance diversity, inclusion, and equity, (6) three representative publications, and (7) names and complete contact information of at least four references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and therefore, early submission is highly encouraged. We intend to conclude this recruitment by December 15, 2024.

The Department of Bioengineering is fully committed to a diverse academic environment, and we place high priority on identifying female and underrepresented minority candidates.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.