Assistant/Associate/Full Professor-Division of Surgical Research

About the role

The Department of Surgery at the University of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine is seeking to hire "2" Basic Science-Open Rank Faculty to join the Department of Surgery / Research Division. Tenured/Tenure-track faculty position (Assistant/Associate/Full Professor)

Responsibilities

• Teaching Duties: Candidates are expected to contribute to graduate and/or medical school education
• Research Duties: To perform basic and translational research related to the pathophysiology of diseases relevant to the broad field of surgical research, with particular emphasis on cardiovascular, cardiopulmonary or cerebrovascular function in inflammatory disease processes, publish in major peer-reviewed journals and maintain an independent, extramurally funded research program.
• Administrative Duties: Candidates are expected to serve on departmental, MCOM or University Committees as deemed appropriate by the Chair and Dean of MCOM

Qualifications

• Minimum: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor. Normally will have produced creative work, professional writing or research in refereed and other professional journals, and be a recognized authority in the field of specialization.
• PREFERRED: Must have current extramural funding (R01 level equivalent, K99/R00 awards are acceptable for applicants at the Assistant Professor level)

About Us

Working at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.