Associate, Full Professor - Neurological Surgery, Gene Therapy Institute (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

Job Title Associate, Full Professor - Neurological Surgery, Gene Therapy Institute (Open Rank/Track Faculty) Department Medicine | Neurological Surgery Scope and Responsibilities Tenure faculty (regardless of rank) – persons with the titles of professor, associate professor, assistant professor and instructor who serve on appointments totaling 50% or more service to the university and who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. Duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with the workload guidelines laid out in the pattern of administration of each faculty member’s tenure initiation unit (TIU) and, as appropriate, regional campus; obligations will include research, service and/or teaching or clinical practice. These faculty will have earned a doctorate or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. The Department of Neurological Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine is initiating a search for tenure track faculty positions; positions are available at the Associate or Full Professor levels. This position works closely with translational scientists across basic science departments and within the Gene Therapy Institute. The Ohio State University Gene Therapy Institute is a newly organized interdisciplinary community bringing together world‑class faculty with diverse expertise in the area of gene therapy research. Successful applicants will join a rapidly growing research environment dedicated to translating laboratory discoveries through preclinical basic science characterization to first in human clinical testing. Gene Therapy Institute faculty are building a multi‑disciplinary, collaborative, research environment to rapidly advance therapies to treat disease. Individuals with research interests in novel gene therapy approaches (viral, non‑viral) to manipulate brain function in health and disease are encouraged to apply. Faculty Position Type Tenure‑Track faculty (regardless of rank) – Persons with the titles of assistant professor, associate professor, or professor who are eligible for tenure or who have obtained tenure. These faculty will have earned a doctorate (PhD), Doctor of Medicine (MD) or other terminal degree in the relevant field of study. Their primary career focus centers on research, service, and teaching. Tenure‑track faculty with MD or MD/PhD degrees may also be involved in clinical care. Qualifications Required: Candidates should have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree, post‑doctoral training, a commitment to basic and/or translational neuroscience, and a history of strong research productivity. Applications should include a Research Statement detailing planned independent research, description of previous research experience and a detailed curriculum vitae (CV). Contact Questions may be directed to Dr. Krystof Bankiewicz, Chair, via Kaitlen Knight at View email address on click.appcast.io. Location Pelotonia Research Center (1040), Columbus, Ohio. Legal and Disclosure Requirements Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or medical physical may be required as part of the post‑offer process. The university is an equal‑opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Ohio State University