Assistant/ Associate Professor Scientist

Function/Duties of Position

This position is under the supervision of the Chair of the Department of Neurology. The duties of this position are in support of the mission goals and objectives of the Jungers Center, Neurology, OHSU and the School of Medicine.

The primary responsibility is to maintain a funded research program.

Responsibilities will include scientific leadership for an independent, externally funded research program focused on advancing the understanding, prevention, and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases and related neurological disorders. The PI is responsible for developing and executing innovative research initiatives; securing and managing funding; supervising research personnel, trainees, and students; disseminating research findings through publications and presentations. This faculty member contributes to the academic mission of OHSU through mentorship, teaching, and service activities while promoting a culture of scientific excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusion. The duties consist of the following:

Research Responsibilities:  Maintain your established research laboratory program and fulfill the obligations of your awards while seeking additional external grant support.

Academic responsibilities: You will teach graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows consistent with the goals of your research program, and position as a faculty member within the Jungers Center. 

Required Qualifications

Qualifications:  PhD. in related field

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]