What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant Professor - BME position at vcu?
The Research Assistant Professor is responsible for providing functional oversight for all operations of the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics, Biology, Tissue/Cellular Engineering research and Translational research in the laboratories. The individual must have competency and experience in the biomedical field with a knowledge base in anatomy and physiology, pathology, and biotechnology, with an emphasis on bone and skeletal muscle. Experience planning, coordinating, and conducting rodent surgeries, as well as all associated animal care is required. The faculty member will provide functional oversight for all operations of research laboratories to include the following: instruction in lab procedures and safety; development of lab procedures and processes; maintenance of laboratory compliance with Environmental Health and Safety requirements; conducting experiments; purchasing supplies and equipment; equipment and inventory maintenance; hiring, training, and supervising multiple research personnel; coordinating undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral research; overseeing undergraduate laboratory research; preparing IACUC protocols and annual reports; and oversight of related record keeping and reports.
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Required Qualifications: Several years of experience in related field, in an academic research environment. Experience in the biomedical field, with a knowledge of musculoskeletal disease states and pathologies. The ability to plan and conduct animal experiments in order to study human disease. Significant experience regarding lab safety and protocol, supervision experience, and superior written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of University administration. Additionally, candidate should have knowledge of grant submissions, excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills, and proven ability to manage projects and multiple assignments with attention to detail and deadlines. Proven record of working effectively with diverse constituencies in a university community, and demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU is required.
Application Process: Applicants should submit resume, the names and contact information for three professional references, diversity statement, and a statement of teaching interests uploaded to http://vcujobs.com. Only electronic materials submitted via the VCU Jobs Website will be accepted.