Neuroengineering Faculty Positions at University of Minnesota

University of Minnesota

Institute for Translational Neuroscience



Translational Neuroscience Scholars Program

Multiple Faculty Positions in Neuroengineering



The Institute for Translational Neuroscience (ITN) at the University
of Minnesota, is seeking to fill up to five tenure-track or tenured
positions to enhance its research strengths in neuroengineering. The
Institute is interested in the study of mechanisms of neural systems
using engineering methods, with these studies translating into
potential clinical applications. Areas of specific interest include,
but are not limited to, neural interfacing, neural prostheses,
functional neural stimulation, and neural imaging.



Successful candidates will be affiliated with the newly-established
Center for Neuroengineering, and will have their tenure home in an
academic department. Such candidates are expected to establish a
vigorous, externally-funded research program,  have a genuine
commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, and to
collaborative program development.



The requirements for these positions include an earned doctorate in an
appropriate discipline at the time of the appointment and outstanding
academic and research records. Rank and salary will be commensurate
with the qualifications and experience of the candidate.



Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue
until the positions are filled. Submit applications, including
curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and
names of three references to ITN Neuroengineering Faculty Search
Committee at cne AT umn DOT edu.  The applications should also be
simultaneously registered with personal information on-line at
http://employment.umn.edu. Tenure-track position applicants should use
requisition number #153840. Tenured position applicants should use
requisition number #153815.



The starting date is negotiable, with appointments available as soon
as summer 2008. The University of Minnesota is committed to
diversifying its faculty and encourages applications from women and
minorities.



The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.