Associate Professor

The Center for Alzheimer's and Neurodegenerative Diseases is recruiting a faculty member at the assistant professor level on the tenure-accruing track to work within a multidisciplinary research environment focused on the mechanisms of disease linked to amyloid-forming proteins. It is especially desired that the candidate will have expertise in the biochemistry of protein folding, and deep knowledge of the use of iPSC-derived neurons for high throughput genetic screening, especially as it pertains to pathology of the tau protein. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! #J-18808-Ljbffr