Assistant Professor-Research

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About the role

We are seeking investigators focused on cardiovascular biology and medicine, particularly hereditary/genetic cardiomyopathies and neuromuscular diseases with cardiac involvement. The successful candidate will join the Division of Cardiovascular Sciences within the USF Health Heart Institute, part of Internal Medicine. This role involves collaboration with faculty across USF colleges, including Engineering, Arts & Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health, and the Moffitt Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The USF Health Heart Institute is housed in a state-of-the-art facility with advanced laboratory and clinical spaces, cutting-edge equipment, and core facilities such as a vivarium for small animal husbandry and zebrafish research.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee independent research projects with guidance from the Principal Investigator (PI).
• Conduct basic and translational research related to cardiovascular disease under PI supervision.
• Prepare data, figures, and protocols for manuscripts and grant applications.
• Collaborate with the PI on manuscript and grant preparation and submission.
• Seek independent funding opportunities from federal and private sources.
• Instruct lab personnel in bench techniques and rodent procedures.
• Fulfill teaching, research, service, and administrative responsibilities as required by the university.
• Provide academic advising and represent the university, college/school, or department as needed.

Requirements

• 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 the rank of Assistant Professor.
• Extensive research experience (over 10 years) in molecular biology, cell biology, and animal models for human diseases.
• Experience in seeking extramural grant funding from federal and private sources.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Self-motivated individual with a PhD or equivalent.
• Extensive experience using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) and immunoassays.

About Us

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida (USF) is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. USF is dedicated to fostering a talented, engaged, and driven workforce in a rich academic environment that supports 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.

USF is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students across campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee, and USF Health. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine is ranked the No. 1 medical school in Florida and among the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), representing the top 3% of universities in the U.S.

With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF drives innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of over $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.