Job Summary
The Department of Pharmacology and Michigan Neuroscience Institute in the University of Michigan Medical School invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor level with appointment in the Department of Pharmacology. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree and will have research interests relevant to drugs of abuse and/or substance use disorders with expertise in behavioral pharmacology and/or biopsychology. The ideal candidate will have a track record of impactful publications, extramural funding, mentorship of trainees, and eagerness to collaborate with ongoing research in the department.
The faculty position is within the vibrant and highly interactive research environment of the Michigan Neuroscience Institute and Edward F. Domino Research Center and comes with substantial established resources. The Institute and Research Center are affiliated with the Department of Pharmacology and reside within the very strong and collegial research community of the University of Michigan. We are seeking exceptional scientists to establish vigorous independent research programs, form productive collaborations and promote translation of their research in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Please apply directly to this posting and submit a current CV, a cover letter, a description of research interests and future directions (2-3 pages), a teaching philosophy (no more than 1 page), and names for 3-5 references combined into one document. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. The target start date is Fall 2025.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Underfill Statement
This position is posted as Professor / Associate Professor / Associate Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.
Additional Information
The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Employment will require both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
