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University of New Mexico

Assistant Professor

University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101


Posting Number

req23085

Employment Type

Faculty

Faculty Type

Tenure/Tenure-Track

Hiring Department

Arts Sciences Admn Support (711D)

Academic Location

College of Arts & Sciences

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligible

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

APPLICATION WINDOWBest Consideration Date: Monday, July 22, 2024

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Applications received after this date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Start date must be between January- July 2025POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe University of New Mexico College of Arts and Sciences is seeking to recruit a tenure-track Assistant Professors to join the cohort of the eight Assistant Professors already hired as part of the NIH funded Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation (FIRST) grant (https://commonfund.nih.gov/FIRST) awarded to the University of New Mexico (UNM). The UNM FIRST program goals are: (1) to recruit a cohort of diverse faculty who have a demonstrated strong commitment to promoting diversity and inclusive excellence in the biomedical fields of neuroscience and data science in neuroscience, and (2) to achieve sustainable culture change of inclusive excellence at the institutional level.

The new hire will be part of one of the following six academic departments in the College of Arts and Sciences: Psychology, Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Physics and Astronomy, Speech and Hearing Sciences, and Mathematics and Statistics. There is the option to be hired across two departments as well.

This position is for tenured-track faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences. Tenured-track faculty in the College of Arts & Sciences are fully funded (hard money) for academic year salary for the duration of their careers at the institution.UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO INFORMATIONThe University of New Mexico (UNM) is the premier research university in the state of New Mexico. We are a Carnegie R1 Highest Research Activity Institution, a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution, and a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. UNM is located in Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico. Albuquerque is an ethnically diverse metropolitan area of over a half million residents that has been listed as one of the best small cities in the U.S. by National Geographic Traveler. The city has a rich culture and a location offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor adventure. Learn more about our city here (https://unmfirst.unm.edu/why-choose-us/why-albuquerque.html).The selected candidate will receive a competitive startup package to support salary and research start-up costs, and will be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive vibrant scholar community. The position has 75% protected research time for the duration of the NIH FIRST award.

Eligible candidates have not held a prior tenure-track Assistant Professor position but may have held a non-tenure track Research Assistant Professor position. Furthermore, candidates must qualify as a NIH early-stage investigator (https://grants.nih.gov/policy/early-stage/index.htm), including not having already been the Principal Investigator or Program Director on a successfully awarded NIH independent research award comparable to an R01.

The appointment will be at the Assistant Professor rank. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and based on comparable University of New Mexico salaries at the Assistant Professor rank in each department.Qualifications

Minimum QualificationsA PhD, MD/PhD, PharmD, DrPH or other doctoral degree in psychology, biological sciences, neuroscience, chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, physics, data science, mathematics, statistics, communication sciences and disorders, computer science, cognitive sciences, or a related area. This degree must be awarded by the time of the appointment.Has not held a prior tenure-track position.Satisfies the NIH Early-Stage Investigator criteria (https://grants.nih.gov/policy/early-stage/index.htm), including not having already been the Principal Investigator or Program Director on a successfully awarded NIH independent research award comparable to an R01.Research and scholarship in the general areas of neuroscience or data science in neuroscience.Preferred QualificationsA demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.A publication record in the general areas of neuroscience or data science in neuroscience.Potential for success in interdisciplinary collaboration with one of the other five departments represented in this award (Psychology, Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Physics and Astronomy, Speech and Hearing Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics).Research in an area appropriate for NIH R01 funding opportunities (https://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/r01.htm).Potential for teaching courses in the home departments selected.Experience serving as a mentor or potential to serve as a mentor.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSDocument requirements - a complete application consists of the following:Curriculum Vitae : Most recently updated C.V.Cover Letter (1-2 pages) : Candidates should describe their suitability for the position by addressing both the minimum and preferred qualifications. They also should indicate which of the six departments are their top two preferred home departments, and rank order them based on preference.Contributions to Inclusive Excellence Statement (2 pages maximum) : Candidates should discuss their track record in advancing inclusive excellence, and their plans for advancing efforts at UNM.Research Statement (3 pages maximum, not including references) : Candidates should summarize previous research experience and include short- and long-term research goals.Teaching Statement (2 pages maximum) : Candidates should describe teaching experience and their teaching philosophy.Reference requirements : 3-5 required (Names and contact information only at time of application).Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.For Best Consideration

For best consideration, please apply by 7/22/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.htmlThe University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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