Apply for Job Job ID 50041 Location Columbia Full/Part Time Full-Time Hiring Department Department of Pediatrics Job Description The University of Missouri Department of Pediatrics seeks to expand its expertise in immunomodulation and translational research by hiring an Assistant/Associate Professor for a tenure-track position. Responsibilities: Develop a competitive and extramurally-funded research program using innovative approaches for the treatment of type 1 diabetes. Establish a research program focusing on beta cell replacement therapy using pancreatic islets or beta cells derived from stem cells. Work independently and collaborate with faculty of the Immunomodulation and Translational Research Program to support the goal of becoming a nationally recognized program seeking a cure for type 1 diabetes. Collaborate with the Department of Pediatrics and other MU units on research of mutual interest to promote the institution's academic and research mission. Participate in university services as needed. Teaching responsibilities may include delivering lectures and seminars, supervising and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows during clinical rotations, and overseeing research projects by graduate students, postdocs, and junior researchers. Qualifications: Minimum qualification: PhD. Candidates will be evaluated based on a distinguished research record relevant to type 1 diabetes or immunomodulation. Application Materials: Be prepared to upload a CV. Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for university benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits . Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278. #J-18808-Ljbffr