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Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania specializing in Traumatic Brain Injury Research
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania specializing in Traumatic Brain Injury Research Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 17, 2025 Deadline: Dec 17, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of traumatic brain injury (TBI) research, including experience in pre-clinical modeling of TBI and translation of preclinical neuropathological findings to clinical neuropathology of TBI. Applicants must have an M.D and/or Ph.D or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include developing an independent research enterprise that focuses on traumatic brain injury research. The preferred applicant will also have the opportunity to supervise/mentor undergraduate, graduate and...
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor: Quantitative CT for Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Assistant Professor: Quantitative CT for Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jan 21, 2026 Deadline: Jan 21, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Radiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of CT physics, with focus on quantitative imaging methods, system performance evaluation, and translational research that bridges technical development and clinical use. The department is seeking candidates with experience in designing or applying photon-counting CT techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy or interventional guidance. Familiarity with clinical workflow integration or multi-disciplinary collaborations is also preferred. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include leading both...
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor of Genetics
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Assistant Professor of Genetics Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: May 21, 2024 Deadline: May 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Genetics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of genetics, and may include expertise in one or more of the following: computational biology, statistical genetics, population genetics, biomedical informatics, complex genetics, clinical genetics, pharmacogenetics/genomics, functional genomics, structural variation analysis, cancer genetics, human phenomics, and genomic medicine. Applicants must have an M.D. or Ph.D or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include developing collaborative and independent research programs related to human genetics, co-supervision of postdoctoral fellows, students, and research staff,...
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor of Medicine Faculty Position, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Assistant Professor of Medicine Faculty Position, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Nov 26, 2024 Deadline: Nov 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism in the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of transcriptional regulation, including genomic architecture, and circadian biology, specifically in the fields of chromatin and transcription with emphasis on genome-wide approaches in diabetes and obesity models, preferably in circadian models. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include generating and characterizing novel reagents for gene expression, mouse models of regulators of circadian physiology, and analyzing...
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor of Neuroscience
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Assistant Professor of Neuroscience Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Nov 05, 2025 Deadline: Nov 05, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of state-of-the-art recording and manipulation techniques, including high-density electrophysiology, optogenetics, and computational analysis of neural data and proficiency with behavioral learning paradigms. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include the development of an independent research program focused on the circuit-level mechanisms underlying sleep regulation in the mammalian brain. Candidates should have a distinguished record of scholarship, evidenced by publications on in vivo electrophysiology and on the neural control and...
Feb 18, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor(Horticulture/Pomologist)
Prairie View A&M University Prairie View, TX, USA
Prairie View A&M University Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor(Horticulture/Pomologist) Job Title Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor(Horticulture/Pomologist) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Cooperative Agricultural Research Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description This is a Principal Investigator position to establish a new research program on Pomology with a focus on niche fruit and nut tree species suitable for growth and research in the Gov Bill and Vara Daniel Farm and Ranch at PVAMU, including but not limited to the varieties of pecans, figs, persimmons, satsumas, mulberries, and pomegranate. The incumbent will plan, review, administer, and implement the biochemical and biotechnological aspects of the agricultural and scientific research mission of the CAFNR Research at PVAMU as guided by the higher education...
Jan 16, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education
University of Idaho Moscow, ID, USA
Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education Posting Number: F001406P Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: College of Natural Resources Primary Unit: Forest, Rangeland, & Fire Sciences Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Research Faculty Position Control Number: 0041 Suffix: 01 Contingency Code: 15 FTE: 1.0 Contract Basis: Fiscal Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 01/05/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Non-Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable): Position Summary: The Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences ( FRFS ) seeks a fiscal year, non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor to help support the Student of Fire Initiative at the University of Idaho. The goal of the Student of...
Jan 16, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education & Leadership
University of Idaho Moscow, ID, USA
Research Assistant Professor - Wildland Fire Education & Leadership Posting Number: F001405P Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: College of Natural Resources Primary Unit: Forest, Rangeland, & Fire Sciences Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Research Faculty Position Control Number: 0039 Suffix: 01 Contingency Code: 15 FTE: 1.0 Contract Basis: Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 01/05/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Non-Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable): Position Summary: The Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences ( FRFS ) seeks an academic year, non-tenure track Assistant Research Professor to help lead, coordinate and support the Student of Fire Initiative at the...
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Research Assistant Professor
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Assistant Professor Research Assistant Professor University of Pennsylvania: Perelman School of Medicine: Perelman School of Medicine - Emergency Medicine Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Dec 17, 2025 Deadline: Dec 17, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description The Department of Emergency Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of public health focused on community-engaged research and implementation science and interventions to reduce interpersonal violence. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include collaborating and developing the candidate's expertise in implementation science and community engaged while contributing to research efforts on additional projects related to emergency care, trauma, violence, injury prevention, and...
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Research Assistant Professor/ Research Associate Professor (Poultry Science)
Prairie View A&M University Prairie View, TX, USA
Prairie View A&M University Research Assistant Professor/ Research Associate Professor (Poultry Science) Job Title Research Assistant Professor/ Research Associate Professor (Poultry Science) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Cooperative Agricultural Research Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated Poultry Scientist to join our existing Poultry Science research team. In this role, one will be responsible for the continuation of the development and implementation of cutting-edge scientific research to improve poultry production, health, and sustainability. These play a critical role in enhancing local, national and global food security and aids in enhancing agricultural economies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and passion for working with poultry science, animal husbandry, genetics, nutrition, and disease...
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant Professor of Biostatistics
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Research Assistant Professor of Biostatistics Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 27, 2026 Deadline: Feb 27, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of development and application of biostatistics methods and AI/ML models (particularly, generative AI and agentic AI) for clinical trials and real-world data in oncology. Candidates with postdoctoral training are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include conducting research with a standing faculty member involving collaborative research studies, and the development, evaluation, or application of biostatistics methods and AI/ML models for clinical trials and real-world data (e.g., EHR/EMR and registry...
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor, Research Track, Division of Allergy and Immunology
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Professor, Research Track, Division of Allergy and Immunology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 27, 2026 Deadline: Feb 27, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Allergy/Immunology in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Candidates should possess skills in natural killer cell biology, quantitative imaging and tumor microenvironment modeling. Further, they should have expertise in the lytic immunological synapse and natural killer cell deficiency. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include Initiating and conducting independent experiments without direct supervision and with minimal guidance from the principal investigator. Developing new experimental procedures and publishing research results. Collaborating and...
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor-Research Track-Human B Cell Immunologist-Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Professor-Research Track-Human B Cell Immunologist-Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 25, 2026 Deadline: Feb 25, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of human immunology, single cell analysis including multicolor immunophenotyping, RNA-seq, BCR-seq, TCR-seq etc.The ability to collaborate and communicate across basic, translational and clinical research domains is important for this position. Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent and significant research experience for this position. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include directing an independently funded research program with a focus on B cell contributions to protective and pathologic immunity....
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle)
Prairie View A&M University Prairie View, TX, USA
Prairie View A&M University Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle) Job Title Research Assistant/Associate Professor (Beef Cattle) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Cooperative Agricultural Research Center Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description The Research Assistant/Associate Professor is responsible for conducting applied research on beef cattle production systems, with a focus on nutrition, reproduction, genetics, management and/or other relevant fields. The Research Assistant/Associate Professor is a joint appointment between the Cooperative Agriculture Research Center (CARC, 75%) and Cooperative Extension Programs (CEP, 25%) in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. The position requires a PhD in Animal Science, or a related field, and at least six years of experience in beef cattle research. Research Assistant/Associate Professor...
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Assistant Vice President and Chief Research Informatics Officer (CRIO), Associate or Full Professor; Clinician Educator or Tenure Track; Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Vice President and Chief Research Informatics Officer (CRIO), Associate or Full Professor; Clinician Educator or Tenure Track; Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 10, 2026 Deadline: Feb 10, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Associate or Full Professor position in either the non-tenure clinician educator track or the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of informatics, data science, and/or artificial intelligence (AI) in the context of healthcare delivery systems and academic medical centers. Applicants must have an M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Teaching responsibilities may include clinical and/or doctoral trainees, as appropriate for the applicant's expertise and...
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor - Research Track - Epigenetics Research Professor
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Professor - Research Track - Epigenetics Research Professor Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jan 07, 2026 Deadline: Jan 07, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of advanced genomics and super-resolution imaging techniques appropriate for the understanding of the interplay of epigenetics and tumor initiation and progression. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include developing collaborative and independent research programs related to cancer epigenetics, co-supervision of postdoctoral fellows, students, and research staff, coordinating NIH-funded grant efforts with local, national, and international collaborators or independently, and...
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor - Research Track - Neonatology
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Professor - Research Track - Neonatology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Nov 17, 2025 Deadline: Nov 17, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Neonatology & Newborn Services in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure research track. Applicants must have an M.D or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Applicants must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics or Internal Medicine. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include having a national reputation for collaborative or independent research of high quality with distinctive, original, and expert intellectual contributions. For Full Professor rank, candidates must show evidence of an international reputation for their scientific accomplishments. Candidates must...
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Basic and Translational Research in Pediatric Cancer
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Basic and Translational Research in Pediatric Cancer Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Aug 13, 2025 Deadline: Aug 13, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of basic and translational research focused on pediatric cancer. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Board certified or eligible in pediatric hematology/oncology. Teaching responsibilities may include teaching and research training of medical students, graduate students, residents, medical fellows in pediatric hematology/oncology or other disciplines, and post-doctoral fellows. Clinical responsibilities may include serving as attending physician participating in the inpatient...
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor of Epidemiology, Research Track
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Professor of Epidemiology, Research Track Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Sep 19, 2025 Deadline: Sep 19, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of the statistical design and analysis of randomized clinical trials. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Additional qualifications include: A strong background and expertise in Bayesian statistical methods, causal inference, machine learning, pragmatic trial designs with cluster-randomization methods, and complex missing data methodology. Expertise in statistical programming (R, Python, Stan/BUGS). Proficiency with clinical trial simulation to support both methodological research and the initial design and subsequent modification of trials....
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Assistant Professor-Research Track-Neurodegenerative Diseases, CNDR and Neuropathology
University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA, USA
Assistant Professor-Research Track-Neurodegenerative Diseases, CNDR and Neuropathology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jun 26, 2024 Deadline: Jun 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure research track. Expertise is required in the specific area of molecular biology, neurobiology and super-resolution microscopy, focusing on investigations of neurodegenerative diseases. Candidates with demonstrated expertise in Parkinson's Disease and synucleinopathies will be prioritized. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include developing independent, externally funded research program and collaborative programs that align with the scope of the Center of Neurodegenerative Diseases Research (CNDR) and Neuropathology, and maintaining...