Employment Opportunities

FACULTY POSITIONS
Mitochondrial Research

The Mitochondrial Research & Innovation Group (MRIG) is a growing multi-disciplinary research initiative at the University of Rochester, supported by the Departments of Anesthesiology, and Pharmacology & Physiology. Currently 12 NIH funded basic scientists and clinicians investigate mitochondrial function/dysfunction at cell to whole organism levels, using molecular, biochemical, genetic, and physiologic tools, to explore a wide spectrum of diseases. Research interests include signal transduction, cell-death, vascular biology, neuropharmalogy, and ion-channel physiology. As part of this ongoing initiative, we are seeking to recruit:

1) Director of Clinical Translational Research

2) Scientist, Open Rank

1) Director of Clinical Translational Research. Ideally an anesthesiologist/intensivist (MD or MD/PhD) who can act as a leader and catalyst in bringing together clinicians and basic scientists. Experience in clinical research, protocol development and implementation, regulatory approval and compliance, statistical analysis, presentation, and publication is required. The ability to communicate and implement the benefits of such studies is mandatory. Hypotheses generated from both basic science and clinical observations will be tested in selected patient populations in the OR and ICU.

2) Scientist, Open Rank. Will have a PhD or MD/PhD degree, postdoctoral training, and a clear record of research productivity and creativity. Focus will be on applicants who apply cutting-edge approaches to fundamental questions in mitochondrial structure, function and dysfunction. The successful candidate is expected to develop a dynamic and well-funded research program and contribute to graduate and medical teaching programs.

Start up packages and compensation will be in accordance with prior experience. Joint appointments in the Departments of Pharmacology & Physiology and Anesthesiology are possible. Rochester and its surrounding region are recognized for high quality of life, including 5 of the top 100 ranked public high schools in the country.

Confidential inquiries or expressions of interest should be directed to:

For position 1)
James L. Robotham, MD, FRCA
Chair, Department of Anesthesiology
University of Rochester Medical Center
601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 604
Rochester, NY 14642
Phone (585) 275-5639; Fax (585) 506-0144
e-mail: James_Robotham@urmc.rochester.edu

For position 2)
Shey-Shing Sheu, Ph.D.
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Pharmacology & Physiology-Box 711
University of Rochester Medical Center
601 Elmwood Avenue
Rochester, NY 14642
e-mail: SheyShing_Sheu@urmc.rochester.edu

The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from qualified women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged.