Apply for Job Job ID364527 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9403 Employee ClassInstr Fac/TC and Coord Cmp Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The University of Minnesota Medical School Department of Dermatology in Minneapolis seeks outstanding applicants for a faculty position focused on skin immunology. Candidates with a research focus in inflammation, inflammatory dermatoses, immuno-oncology, immune checkpoint biology and novel therapeutics development are encouraged to apply. Candidates are expected to have postdoctoral training, track record of scholarship and history of successful grant funding. Successful candidates are expected to have and/or obtain independent, externally funded, and sustainable scholarly research program. Evidence of conducting rigorous and innovative research and a track record of publications is required. The candidate will participate in Department of Dermatology faculty and research activities, teach medical students as well as residents. This position is posted as Assistant Professor rank. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience based on the University of Minnesota Medical School faculty pay scales. Successful candidate will spend 20% of effort clinically - seeing Dermatology patients in an outpatient setting. Some of that time will be spent teaching residents and medical students. 80% of effort will be spent in a research setting - overseeing the development and completion of research projects; writing new grant proposals to secure independent funding; preparing manuscripts for publication. The campus provides excellent state of the art core facilities for biomedical research. The Genomics Center and Imaging Center at University of Minnesota boast the top-of-the-line novel spatial proteogenomics technology from Ionpath, 10X Genomics and Nanostring. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Successful candidates will have a PhD, MD, MD/PhD or equivalent, in research areas described below. The candidate should be certified or eligible for certification by American Board of Dermatology. Preferred Qualifications: Training in basic/translational immunology field with a focus on inflammatory skin conditions or immuno-oncology Experience as a principal investigator developing grant proposal with evidence of successat obtaining research funding Experience in novel research techniques such as spatial transcriptomics, organoids, multiplex quantitative immunofluorescence, multicolor flow cytometry, single cell sequencing Evidence of excellent communications skills demonstrated by presentation skills Evidence of research excellence demonstrated by awards, presentations and/or publications recognizing scientific excellence Evidence of multidisciplinary collaborations Active clinical license to practice Dermatology About the Department The Department of Dermatology is committed to providing excellent patient care, conducting investigational research, and training the next generation of dermatologists. We have world-renowned clinical programs, nationally recognized educational program, and pioneering clinical trials. We are dedicated to improving dermatological care, not only for today, but also for the future. For more information, please visit our website at https://med.umn.edu/dermatology. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Employee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. This position will remain open until filled. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). 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