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Iowa State University Tenure-Track Assistant Professor - College of Veterinary Medicine Biomedical Sciences in Ames, Iowa
Position Title:Tenure-Track Assistant Professor - College of Veterinary Medicine Biomedical Sciences
Appointment Type:Faculty
Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor. These are full-time, 9-month positions with salary commensurate with qualifications.
The successful candidates will join a department with active research programs in pharmacology, neurobiology, vaccine development, parasitology and other infectious disease. These individuals will be expected to establish a dynamic, extramurally-funded research program within these or a complementary field pertinent to human and/or animal health. The successful candidates will also teach physiology or related biomedical courses to professional and/or graduate students and will mentor graduate students.
Required Minimum Qualifications
PhD with research experience relevant to Biomedical Sciences
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated success obtaining extramural funding.
Research plans relevant to biomedical sciences.
Evidence of effective research mentoring experience.
Strong record of publication in peer-reviewed journals relative to appointment.
Teaching engagement at a university or professional school.
Department & College Description
The Biomedical Sciences department supports the mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine by teaching basic science curriculum to veterinary medical students, conducting state-of-the-art basic and translational research relevant to the health of animals and humans, and educating graduate students through both the departmental graduate program and several multidisciplinary interdepartmental programs at Iowa State University. Departmental faculty have active research programs in a range of One Health disciplines including pharmacology, neurobiology, microbial and helminth infectious disease and vaccine development.
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who make a difference to human and animal health. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. Through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide unique and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Department/Unit Website: https://vetmed.iastate.edu/bms
Proposed Start Date:August 16, 2025
Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1. Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Research Statement detailing past accomplishments and future goals (3 pages maximum).
Teaching Statement detailing pedagogy, experience and future plans (1 page maximum).
Contact information for letters from three professional references.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however for guaranteed consideration, applications must be received by Wednesday, October 9th.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Joshua Beck at jrbeck@iastate.edu. Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: September 9, 2024
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R15493
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .
If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.