ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR of OPHTHALMOLOGY / UMKC School of Medicine / Vision Research Center

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL of MEDICINE

Department of Ophthalmology

UMKC's nationally recognized Department of Ophthalmology is dedicated to advancing and promoting optimal vision health in the community and worldwide. The Department's Vision Research Center (VRC) integrates interdisciplinary collaborative research teams from across the UMKC campus and affiliated institutions. The faculty of the VRC focus on developing new treatment strategies to prevent vision loss and restore vision that was lost due to glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy or macular degeneration.

The UMKC School of Medicine is a partner of the UMKC Health Sciences District. The District strives to be a premier academic health district, engaging in cutting-edge biomedical research and entrepreneurship, delivering state-of-the-science health care, and educating the next generation of health care professionals. UMKC provides unique opportunities for research and health care collaboration across its Schools of: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Health Studies, and Pharmacy as well as University Health physicians, regional health care institutions, and the University of Missouri System's.

UMKC is rated R1 by the Carnegie Research Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

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The Vision Research Center of the School of Medicine seeks an Assistant or Associate Professor with research experience and potential in Ocular Regenerative Medicine. The successful candidate will provide evidence and/or aptitude for externally funded projects focused primarily on regeneration in the field of ocular neuroscience, regenerative genetic therapy science, development and transplantation of bio-artificial ocular tissue, or other retinal cell regenerative medical science.

The Assistant/Associate Professor will join a well-known and highly successful team of eye research faculty engaged in pioneering collaborative discoveries.

While the primary focus of the appointment will be research centered in the department of Ophthalmology, the tenure home is based in the department of Biomedical Sciences. A tenure-eligible appointment consists of evident success in teaching, externally funded research, and service. Limited courses will be developed and assigned in the department of Biomedical Sciences teaching medical and graduate students.

* MD/PhD or PhD (or other doctoral degree) in a field of science relative to research in ocular regenerative medicine

* At least 2 years of experience working in a research group focused on eye / vision research

* Extensive experience in lab-based experimentation in ocular regenerative medical science, cell-based therapy development or cyto-therapy

* Demonstrated success or potential for success in obtaining external funding as Principal Investigator or co-Investigator.

* Prior experience or demonstrated ability to teach medical or graduate students.

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and evidence of success in externally funded research. This is a 12-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) tenure-track faculty appointment eligible for promotion and tenure.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans and tuition discount for employees and qualifying dependents, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 55054.

Please combine all application materials (personal letter of interest and applicable experience with accompanying curriculum vitae, evidence of success in externally funded research, and a current list of professional references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

* If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu .

* For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number 55054 and name of the position.

* Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Title IX at (816) 235-1323.

Higher education transcripts will be required for candidates advancing as finalists. Candidates will receive prior notification if references will be contacted.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

UMKC is a public, urban, R1 research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with surrounding urban communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, and more economically secure quality of life.

Kansas City is a vibrant community with an affordable cost of living. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, (some great barbeque and ethnic cuisine!) and health science research engagement for both campuses. As one of the largest cities in Missouri, we are home to national championship sports teams, a rich history of cultural arts and music, and a community that is very engaged with and supportive of our university initiatives. Our beautiful state has rolling hills, rivers, lakes, and long bike/hiking trails for those that enjoy time in the great outdoors. Kansas City offers something for everyone!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.