Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (HKRC) (Finance)

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The newly established Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, under the leadership of Dr. Alexander Staruschenko, is inviting excellent candidates for a tenured or tenure-track position in the ranks of ASSISTANT, ASSOCIATE or FULL PROFESSOR. We are interested in investigators who work on all themes of cardiovascular biology and medicine, including but not limited to hypertension, renal physiology, chronic kidney disease, diabetic nephropathy, and cardiovascular disease. Qualified candidates are expected to have already established, or have the potential to develop, a nationally recognized, competitively funded research program. Successful candidates will be offered institutional salary support commensurate with experience and highly competitive start-up packages that promote success. Based on qualifications, the home department may be Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, Molecular Medicine, Internal Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, or another relevant department at USF. We encourage applications from those studying basic and translational mechanisms of hypertension and various kidney diseases. We are specifically interested in candidates whose research approaches involve innovative in vivo and ex vivo approaches. Candidates should have a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in a relevant field and have proven success in conducting research, as demonstrated by impactful publications and grant funding.

The laboratory will be located in a new state-of-the-art USF Health Heart Institute opened in 2020 in downtown Tampa, housing several floors of basic research and translational laboratory space, state-of-the-art equipment, and outstanding core facilities. There are also multiple opportunities to collaborate with researchers at the main Campus and James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital. The University of South Florida, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report's national university rankings, has emerged as the nation's fastest-rising university over the past decade. Tampa Bay area is also recognized as one of the fast-growing and attractive metropolitan areas where residents can enjoy work-life balance.

Qualified applicants should submit a single PDF that includes a i) cover letter, ii) curriculum vitae, iii) a brief research plan (limit to 3 pages or less), iv) and the names and contact information of three references. Address PDF to 'USF HKRC search committee.' Review of applications will proceed continuously until the position is filled.Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. For Associate/Full Professor - Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check

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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .RESEARCH (85% FTE): Perform basic and translational research related to heart disease. Publish in major peer-reviewed journals, continue to maintain NIH and other grants. Help with the development of the Hypertension and Kidney Research Center.

TEACHING (10% FTE): Provide didactic and benchside teaching of medical students, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows and provide college-wide seminars. If seasoned investigator, participate in mentoring of junior faculty.

ADMINISTRATIVE (5% FTE): Serve in governance, service, and community outreach tasks.