Department of Medicine Junior Investigator

Responsibilities

Developing a funded clinical or basic research program.

Preferred candidates will have a strong and/or developing record of peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate research productivity and the ability to obtain extramural funding support.

Involvement in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows is expected as well as participation in other academic activities.

Requirements

Hold an MD, PhD or MD/PhD degree.

Applicants with a clinical component to their work should hold or be eligible for medical licensure in Illinois and must possess either an MD or MD/PhD degree and board certification.

Successful candidates will have independent grant funding at the time of their start date at Northwestern.

Qualifications

Independent grant funding at the time of start date at Northwestern.

Skills

Strong and/or developing record of peer-reviewed publications demonstrating research productivity and the ability to obtain extramural funding support.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid medical/sick and parental leave
• Tuition benefits for the employee and dependents
• Pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care
• Generous retirement savings options
• Wellness programs

Pay

Negotiable

Schedule

Negotiable

Contact Information

To apply, please upload a CV and cover letter describing your interest and alignment with the position.

To upload references, please complete this form and submit the names of individuals who can write letters of reference on your behalf.

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