| The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Duke University invites applications for an immediate opening of a non-tenure track position of Assistant Research Professor. Consistently ranked as one of the top biomedical engineering programs in the nation, the Biomedical Engineering Department (BME) at Duke University provides a superior interdisciplinary research and education environment that prepares graduates to be leaders in the integration of engineering and biology for the detection and treatment of human disease. A unique aspect of the program is the integration of research and education. Over two-thirds of BME undergraduates are involved in independent study research projects. Research collaborations also exist with many Medical Center departments, facilitated by the immediate physical proximity of the Engineering School and the Medical Center.
The responsibilities of the non-tenure track position of Assistant Research Professor will be to lead a research program in the areas of quantitative spectral imaging and spectroscopy, and optical molecular imaging, in the laboratory of Professor Ramanujam. Responsibilities will include supervising graduate and undergraduate students, writing grant proposals, and initiating and managing interdisciplinary collaborative efforts with the intent of moving towards an independent academic career. While the focus of the position is on research, teaching opportunities may become available based upon department needs.
Qualifications:
Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Biomedical Engineering with a track record of exemplary scholarship and research achievements. The applicant should have more than four years of postdoctoral training in Biomedical Engineering or the Biomedical Sciences, and express intent in developing an independent academic career. The candidate should have experience in optical spectroscopy of tissues, development and validation of quantitative spectroscopy devices, development and validation of time-resolved and steady-state optical microscopy systems, fluorescent sensors and contrast agents, an in-depth understanding of biological processes of breast carcinogenesis and breast cancer treatment paradigms, and extensive experience in translational clinical research for improving breast cancer treatment with optical technologies. High quality writing and presentation skills are essential. The candidate should also have experience as PI in writing and successfully garnering extramural funding from the NIH, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references to: Assistant Research Professor Search in Biophotonics, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Box 90281, Durham, NC, 27708. Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. |
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