Assistant Professor - Department of Neurosurgery-Functional Medicine at InsideHigherEd

Assistant Professor - Department of Neurosurgery-Functional MedicineJob No: 538121Work Type: Full TimeLocation: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories: Medicine/PhysiciansDepartment: 29190000 - MD-NEUROLOGICAL SURGERYJob Description Classification Title: Assistant ProfessorJob Description: The University of Florida Department of Neurological Surgery invites applications from qualified individuals for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek outstanding candidates with research expertise in movement disorders and functional medicine, with a focus on identifying neurophysiological signatures of depression and anxiety in patients with Parkinson's disease. The University of Florida, the flagship university in the state of Florida, is a top-tier research institution with a long history of training outstanding undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. UF is currently ranked #5 among U.S. public research universities by U.S. News and World Report. The University of Florida's academic health center is the country's only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The colleges, major research centers and institutes, and clinical enterprise focus on building collaborative, specialized clinical services centered on quality and innovation. The Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery is committed to providing comprehensive clinical services for the diagnosis, management, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients suffering from diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system, including brain tumors, aneurysms, stroke, epilepsy, functional disorders, and spinal disorders and injuries. Our research labs and investigator-led initiatives and clinical trials are developing promising new treatments for neurological diseases that are extremely difficult to treat with conventional therapies. The Department of Neurosurgery offers education and training programs such as ACGME-accredited neurosurgery residency programs and fellowship programs. This position will focus on clinical translational research in the areas of functional medicine and movement disorders. The research of this position will center on identifying neurophysiological signatures of depression and anxiety in patients with Parkinson's disease. Expected Activities will include: Innovative research programs to advance our understanding within the field and broad and impactful contributions to clinical care in deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders. Continuous application for high-level awards to enable advancement in functional research Memberships and participation in national societies and conferences Maintaining a strong research program: the candidate is expected to actively pursue and manage research projects (grants, contracts, etc.) and ensure continuous productivity in research activities. Mentoring graduate students: The individual will oversee the work of graduate students, providing mentorship, guidance on research, and potentially serving as their thesis/dissertation advisor. Collaborating with other faculty members inside and outside the department: Collaboration is encouraged both within the department and across disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary research initiatives. Involvement in service to the university and the profession: This includes participating in committees, reviewing academic papers, organizing conferences, and contributing to the academic community within the university and the broader field. Expected Salary: $130,000Minimum Requirements: Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.DPreferred Qualifications: Ph.D and/or M.D in Biomedical Engineering.Special Instructions to Applicants: For consideration, please complete an application and include a cover letter, resume and the names and email addresses of three to five references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.Health Assessment Required: Yes Applications Close: 23 December 2025To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538121Our Commitment:The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-dd759ac8f5389e4c8255653dedf9b5a6