The Translational Hearing Center at the Creighton University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor.

Applicants should not yet have received prior R01-level funding (>$215,000 per year as PI). The Center is strengthening existing research programs by establishing additional avenues of translational auditory neuroscience (see existing faculty at https:medschool.creighton.edu/departments/biomedcal-sciences/faculty.

Special consideration will be given to those utilizing various translational approaches to auditory diseases, including drug development, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics in the inner ear, genomic predisposition to sensory loss, animal models, as well as translational and clinical applications, including research audiology.

Appointees will be expected to conduct a vigorous independent research program and participate in graduate and professional student teaching. Generous laboratory space with equipment, competitive start-up funding, and state-of-the art core facilities will be provided. Applicants for junior positions should have a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree; postdoctoral training with significant research accomplishment; and scholarly promise.

Rank and salary commensurate with experience. Applications accepted until filled. Creighton University is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Vets.

Candidates are strongly urged to familiarize themselves with Creighton’s mission and founding principles and review the Faculty Handbook at:
https://www.creighton.edu/fileadmin/user/GeneralCounsel/docs/Faculty_Handbook_2020.pdf

Qualifications:

A Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree;
2-4 years participating in graduate and professional student teaching;
Postdoctoral training with significant research accomplishment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Experience in utilizing various translational approaches to auditory diseases, including drug development, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics in the inner ear, genomic predisposition to sensory loss, animal models, as well as translational and clinical applications, including research audiology;
Excellent written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;
Strong collaborative/teamwork ability to motivate, and inspire staff at all levels of the organization;
Ability to provide evidence of excellent university-level teaching and/or significant publications;
Ability to foster student and staff learning, development, and decision making in support of goals, success, wellness, and needs;
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop rapport quickly and effectively with a diversity of populations;
Empathy and compassion for the experiences of others;
Mission/Service and Results oriented;
Ability to work at times non-traditional business hours when needed (i.e. weekends, evening, and/or holiday)

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Disclosure Statement

This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.