Open Rank Regular Faculty: Assistant – Full Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Physiology and Biophysics and the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine are seeking a vision scientist to fill an open-rank, tenure-eligible faculty position. The ideal candidate will be an outstanding individual whose research program includes mechanistic investigation of fundamental aspects of visual function, and in particular means of creating artificial vision through neuromodulation, retinal or brain prostheses, or other brain-computer interface. Applicant’s research interests should complement and extend both Departments’ existing research strengths in nervous system function and computational science (medschool.cuanschutz.edu/physiology) as well as ophthalmic disease, epidemiology, or artificial intelligence (https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/ophthalmology).

A history of securing competitive funding is essential. Special consideration will be given to candidates with funding to study vision or to advance vision research or health. The successful candidate will be expected to lead a vigorous research program, participate in professional and graduate training, and play a pivotal role in the growing vision science community at CU Anschutz.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a productive research group, secure external funding, and publish their work.

• Teach courses in the graduate and/or medical schools.

• Participate in service to the department and University.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Appointees will join a vibrant and growing Department of Physiology and Biophysics under the new leadership of Dr. David DiGregorio – hired as Chair in January 2023 – with a commitment to mentoring faculty and trainees from diverse backgrounds, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Ophthalmology. Research interests in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics currently include sensory and systems neuroscience, computational neuroscience, ion channel biophysics, synaptic function, developmental neurobiology, cardiac and skeletal muscle physiology, and cell signaling. Research interests in the Department of Ophthalmology include retinal biology, development, human retinal organoids, cell and tissue transplantation, epidemiology, artificial intelligence, and systematic reviews. Extra-departmental interactions within neuroscience and physiology, including basic science and translational collaborations, are facilitated by several NIH-supported interdepartmental graduate programs and centers (e.g., Neuroscience Program, Computational Biology Program, and Integrated Physiology Program). In addition, the NeuroTechnology Center supports core facilities that include advanced light microscopy, super resolution nanoscopy, rodent in vivo behavior and electrophysiology, neural engineering, and a machine shop (medschool.cuanschutz.edu/neurotechnologycenter).

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor:

● Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree in Neuroscience, Vision Science, Physiology/Biophysics, or a closely related field

● Three years of post-doctoral research experience

● A strong record of peer-reviewed academic publications

● A well-developed plan for independent research and funding

Associate Professor:

● Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree in Neuroscience, Vision Science, Physiology/Biophysics, or a closely related field

● Five years as an Assistant Professor or equivalent research scientist rank

● A strong record of peer-reviewed academic publications

● A well-developed plan for continued independent research and funding

Professor:

● Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree in Neuroscience, Vision Science, Physiology/Biophysics, or a closely related field

● Five years at an Associate Professor or equivalent research scientist rank

● A strong record of peer-reviewed academic publications

● A well-developed plan for continued independent research and funding

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Preferred Qualifications: