Assistant Professor-Department of Neurosurgery-Functional Neuromodulation

About the Role

The University of Florida Department of Neurological Surgery, in partnership with the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. We seek outstanding candidates with research expertise in movement disorders, functional neurosurgery, imaging, connectomics, and/or neuromodulation.

The University of Florida is a top-tier research institution ranked #7 among U.S. public research universities by U.S. News and World Report. The academic health center is the only one in the country with six health-related colleges on a single campus, fostering collaboration and innovation in clinical services and research.

The Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery is dedicated to comprehensive clinical services for neurological diseases, including brain tumors, aneurysms, stroke, epilepsy, functional disorders, and spinal disorders. The department leads research initiatives and clinical trials to develop new treatments for complex neurological conditions.

This position will focus on clinical translational research in functional medicine and movement disorders, specifically identifying neurophysiological signatures of depression and anxiety in patients with Parkinson’s disease.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative research programs to advance understanding in functional neurosurgery and movement disorders, with a focus on deep brain stimulation (DBS).
• Pursue and manage high-level research awards, grants, and contracts to support research productivity.
• Actively participate in and contribute to national societies and conferences.
• Mentor graduate students, providing guidance on research and potentially serving as a thesis/dissertation advisor.
• Collaborate with faculty within and outside the department to foster interdisciplinary research initiatives.
• Engage in service to the university and profession, including committee participation, peer review, conference organization, and contributions to the academic community.

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. and/or M.D. in Biomedical Engineering.

Pay

Expected salary: $130,000 minimum.