Assistant Professor - Pharmacology and Physiology

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Tenure Track, Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Pharmacology and Physiology, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Focus on Metabolism (Applications accepted starting June 1, 2024)

Candidates should have a PhD or MD/PhD degree, a minimum of two years of postdoctoral studies, and a strong publication record. The ideal candidate will complement current areas of expertise of the existing Pharmacology and Physiology faculty in the area of metabolism research. Applicants for employment at the level of Associate Professor are expected to have current external (NIH) funding. To learn more about the department and individual faculty member research interests, please access this website:

https://www.slu.edu/medicine/medical-education/graduate-programs/pharmacology-physiology/index.php

The Department is a vibrant, dynamic, multidisciplinary and highly collaborative department and offers access to excellent core facilities and opportunities to join collaborative centers including the Institute for Translational Neuroscience, the Institute for Drug and Biotherapeutic Innovation, and the Liver Center as well as internal funding mechanisms for project support. The Department has instituted the Metabolism Interest Group attended by clinical and basic research faculty and trainees across SLU School of Medicine with the intent of fostering collaboration and networking among scientists involved in metabolism research. Members of our community have access to the nationally acclaimed Cortex Innovation Community, to multiple local startup-supporting institutions and to the fast-growing, cutting-edge medical and biotechnology community which operates actively throughout the St. Louis region. In addition, members of our community have access to the Institute for Clinical and Translational Studies (ICTS) the academic hub for clinical and translational science in Missouri, fostering partnerships between Washington University (WU) the BJC HealthCare system, Saint Louis University (SLU), the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis, and the University of Missouri-Columbia (MU) providing access to over 30 core facilities located between Washington University School of Medicine and SLU School of Medicine.

Qualifications and Responsibilities

We are particularly interested in researchers working to determine the cellular mechanisms that cause metabolic tissue dysfunction, lead to disruption of lipid and glucose homeostasis, and control immune cell function in obesity, T2DM, MASLD and IBD. A focus on identifying and developing novel therapeutic opportunities is preferred. Candidates will be expected to develop an innovative,

extramurally funded research program, participate in the educational mission of the Department, and engage in service activities in the department and University.

Saint Louis University School of Medicine is a Catholic Jesuit Institution with a long tradition of excellence in teaching, research and patient care. Established in 1836, the school was the first to award a medical degree west of the Mississippi River. Saint Louis University School of Medicine is a leading center of research in endocrinology and metabolism, neurodegenerative disorders, pain, cancer, infectious disease, liver disease, aging, and heart/lung disease. The Department of Pharmacology and Physiology maintains a strong record of extramural funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including a T32 training grant.

Questions related to this position can be sent to:

Dr. Willis K. Samson

Professor and Vice-Chair of Pharmacology and Physiology

Saint Louis University School of Medicine

1402 South Grand Boulevard

Saint Louis, MO 63104

Willis.samson@health.slu.edu

The University provides generous research startup funds and competitive salaries. Applicants must include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume/curriculum vitae 3) statement of current research and goals; 4) statement of teaching philosophy and 5) contact details for references from at least 3 colleagues. You can upload these items on the third page "My experience" of the application.

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Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.