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The University of Kentucky, College of Pharmacy, invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Pharmacy, with a preferred starting date of July 1, 2010. Qualifications for this position include an in depth understanding and intimate knowledge of both research and practice aspects of academic pharmacy, extensive and sustained record of scholarly achievement, personnel and budgetary experience, experience acquiring extramural research funding, excellent interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, strength in team building a collaborative orientation toward University, community and start activities which enhance the health of the citizens of Kentucky. An earned doctorate in an appropriate field of study, a record of accomplishments in Pharmacy education and research, and a national and international reputation at a level commensurate with earning tenure at a rank of Professor in the College of Pharmacy are required. To apply applicants should include a letter summarizing relevant experiences in leadership, administration, and academics, a statement of their philosophy of administrative leadership and the educational and research enterprise, a CV, and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of 4 references. Review of application will begin on 11/01/09, and continue until the position is filled. Applications and nomination from traditionally under-represented groups are encouraged. Send to: College of Pharmacy Dean Search Office of the Provost 105 Main Building University of Kentucky Lexington KY 40506-0032 Electronic submissions may be made to Kris Hobson, hobson@email.uky.edu

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Department of Molecular Physiology & Biophysics is seeking to recruit a Cell Biologist/Biophysicist at the Assistant Professor level on the tenure-track, although Associate and Full Professor candidates will be considered. The candidate will complement existing expertise in molecular biology, single molecule biophysics, and structural biology. Also will be expected to develop an independent, extramurally funded research program in cell biology with emphasis on mechanisms by which the cytoskeleton and molecular motors govern cellular function (e.g. cell signaling, intracellular transport, and cell division) which may be altered in human cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Must be willing to team-teach mammalian physiology in a medical and graduate school setting. Start-up funds will be competitive, and access provided to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows through departmental training grants. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. Include a resume, research plan, teaching experience, and the names of three references whose letters must be received prior to review of your application. Send to: Dr. Robert Low, Chair Faculty Search Committee, Department of Molecular Physiology & Biophysics, Health Science Research Facility, 149 Beaumont Avenue, Burlington, VT 05405-0075 U.S.A. Bob.Low@uvm.edu Or apply online at www.uvmjobs.com

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Dept. of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Division of Intramural Research, Bethesda, MD is seeking an outstanding scientist to initiate and direct an independent research program in basic science on the NIH campus in Bethesda, MD. The areas of expertise may include but are not limited to: cell biology, developmental biology, molecular biology, immunology, stem cell biology, genetics, genomics, physiology, biochemistry, bioenergetics and metabolic regulation, biophysics, biomolecular structure and dynamics, systems and synthetis biology, and biomedical engineering. Technical approaches may include: high-resolution microscopy, x-ray spectroscopy and imaging, clinical robotics, nanotechnology, chemical biology, computational, and theoretical methods. To see the research topics of the existing faculty go to http://dir.nhlbi.nih.gov/ complemented by the other research insitutes within the DIR, http://www.nih.gov/science/#campus Candidates must have an M.D., Ph.D., or both and have an outstanding record of research accomplishments as evidenced by publications in major peer-reviewed journals. The position can be filled as a tenure-track or tenured position, but preference will be given to senior post-doctoral fellows or faculty who are still in the early stages of their research careers. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, and will be assigned ample research space, supported positions, and an operating budget. Appointees may be US citizens, resident aliens, or non-resident aliens with or eligible to obtain a valid employment authorized visa. Complete applications must be received by November 1, 2009. Please submit a CV, brief (not to exceed 3 pages) statement of research interests and three letters of reference in pdf or MS word format only (no paper applications will be accepted) to: Robert S. Balaban, Ph.D., Scientific Director, NHLBI c/o Michell Renehan nhlbi_dir_search@mail.nih.gov

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The National Institutes of health announces the launch of its search for top-tier tenure-track candidates to become "NIH Earl Stadtman Investigators." Candidates must have an M.D., Ph.D., D.D.S./D.M.D., D.V.M., D.O. or equivalent doctoral degree. Preference will be given to applicants who are in the early stages of their research careers. Candidates in any area of biomedical, clinical and behavioral research are invited to apply. Appointees may be U.S. citizens, resident aliens or non-resident aliens with, or eligible to obtain, a valid employment-authorized visa. To apply complete application should be recieved by 11/1/09; however, applications will be accepted until available positions are filled. Applicants should submit a DV, a three-page description of proposed research, and three letters of recommendation through our online application system: http://tenuretrack.nih.gov. No paper application will be accepted. For more information refer to http://www.intramural.nih.gov/search http://www.1.od.nih.gov/oir/source book/sci-prgms/sci-prgms-toc.htm Specific questions may be directed to Dr. Roland owens, Assistant Director, NIH Office of Intramural Research: owensrol@mail.nih.gov

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The Faculty of Medicine, through a partnership with the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Hotchkiss Brain Institute (HBI), the Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology, and Clinical Neurosciences, and the Calgary Stroke Program, at the University of Calgary, invite applications for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta, NWT & Nunavut Chair in Stroke Research. The successful candidate will be an MD, PhD or MD/PhD eligible for an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor. The preferred applicant will have an established tract record in the area of cerebral blood flow and vascular biology research, proven leadership in the field of extensive expertise in knowledge creation and application. The individual will enhance research capacity in stroke research at the Faculty of Medicine, bridging basic neurosciences with clinical applications. The candidate will further translational research through collaboration with the Calgary Stroke Program and the Departments of Physiology and Pharmacology and Clinical Neurosciences, and will promote multidisciplinary collaborations with basic scientists within the HBI. The Chair holder will be offered the proceeds of the Chair endowment on an annual basis, a generous start up package and laboratory space, a tenure-track position with a primary appointment in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, and full membership within the HBI. See the website www.hbi.ucalgary.ca for more information on the institute. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. Please submit a resume, research interests and vision for the Chair statement (2 pages), and the names of three referees to: Manager of Chairs, Professorships and Endowments c/o Dr. Isabelle Latour Office of the Associate Dean, Basic Research 5E22, TRW Building 3280 Hospital Drive NW Calgary, AB, T2N 4Z6

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University of Central Arkansas Department of Physical therapy invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor beginning as early as January 2010. Successful applicants will possess a PhD in anatomy or neurobiology and have demonstrated competence in teaching human gross anatomy and/or neuroscience. Preference will be given to candidates who also possess experience teaching human physiology. Numerous opportunities exist for collaborative research with department and local medical school faculty members, and with faculty members at other area institutions. Departmental research interests include prevention of the sequelae of diabetes, management in neonates. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2009 and will continue until positions are filled. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, CV and a list of three references to: Charlotte Yates, PT, PhD, PCS Chair, Faculty Search Committee UCA Department of Physical Therapy 201 Donaghey Ave., Physical Therapy Center, Suite 300 Conway, AR 72035 Voice: 501-450-5542 FAX: 5010450-5822 Email: cyates@uca.edu

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University of Central Arkansas Department of Physical Therapy invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Instructor/Assistant Professor beginning as early as January 2010. Successful applicants will possess a PhD in neurobiology or physiology and have demonstrated competence in teaching neuroscience and/or human physiology. Individuals nearing completion of the PhD also will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates who also possess experience teaching gross anatomy. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2009 and will continue until positions are filled. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, CV and list of three references to: Charlotte Yates, PT, PhD, PCS Chair, Faculty Search Committee UCA Department of Physical Therapy 201 Donaghey Ave., Physical Therapy Center, Suite 300 Conway, AR 72035 Voice: 501-450-5542 FAX: 501-450-5822 Email: cyates@uca.edu

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The University of Iowa, Department of Biochemistry, Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of medicine is seeking applicants for two tenure track faculty positions at any rank. Please see the department's broad research interests, biochem.uiowa.edu The Biochemistry faculty participate in interdisciplinary training programs including theCenter for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing, and the Genetics, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Molecular Parasitology, and Medical Scientist Training Programs. To apply visit the University of Iowa's website, http://jobs.uiowa.edu, requisition 56998. Consideration of completed applications will begin on November 1, 2009. Questions may be directed to Prof. Charles Brunner, Head, Dept. of Biochemistry, 319-335-7934l

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University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Physiology invites applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor in neuroscience, working in the area of synaptic function. Individuals working in synaptic plasticity, synaptic modulation, neuronal calcium, dentritic integration, and neuronala circuits are especially encouraged to apply, but applications are welcome from candidates who plan to investigate any aspect of synaptic physiology. Interested individuals should submit their CV, a one to two page summary of research interests and plans, and three letters of reference. Applications can be made electronically to neurosearch@physiology.wisc.edu or they can be sent by mail to: Mary Walker, Faculty Search Committee 62653, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Physiology, 1300 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53706. Preferably applications should be received by 11/1/09; however, applications will be received until the position is filled.

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University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts, New York, NY is interested in hiring faculty to teach Physiology. CVs should be sent to: Dr. Robert Ross, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts, 460 West 34th Street, New York NY 10001, or email: mbruce@umhs-sk.net For more information about our university and to view our video, please visit our website: www.umhs-sk.org

POSTDOCTORAL POSITION AVAILABLE
A postdoctoral position is available in the Cellular Neurophysiology Laboratory located at the Harborview Medical Center. They are interested in the properties of voltage-gated ion channels in the dendrites of hippocampal neurons and how they are altered during the development of epilepsy in animal models. Techniques employed include visualized dendritic patch clamp electrophysiology; EEG recording i rodent models of epilepsy; and biochemical analysis of phosphoylation signalling pathways. Prior electrophysiology experience is preferred, but is not essential. Biochemistry experience is a plus. Starting date preferably in July 2010. Contact: Nicholas Poolos, MD, PhD; npoolos@u.washington.edu http://depts.washington.edu/nplab/

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Eastern Virginia Medical School is accepting applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Physiological Sciences. Candidates are required to have a PhD and/or MD degree, a distingished record of scholarly achievements including international recognition in research, an outstanding record of maintaining extramural research funding and demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching. Major current research focal areas are diabetes/metabolic diseases, reproductive biology and cardiovascular science with funding from the National Institutes of health and private foundations. Candidates with research expertise and NIH R01-type grant support in these areas are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants should forward electronically hubands@evms.edu a letter of interest along with CV, NIH biosketch and research interests to: Chair, Department of Physiological Sciences Search Committee Eastern Virginia Medical School P.O. Box 1980 Norfolk, VA 13501-1980