Neuroscience - (5) Tenure-Track Positions
University of Manitoba
Location:
Manitoba
Date posted:
2010-03-08
Tenure Track Faculty Positions in Neuroscience
Located in the thriving, multicultural city of Winnipeg, the University of Manitoba offers students and faculty a vibrant learning community, exceptional facilities and the chance to explore ideas, challenge assumptions and turn theory into reality. Our researchers are among the best in the world, finding new ways to protect the environment, improve human health, advance technology and strengthen communities in Canada and beyond. With more than 30,000 students, faculty, and staff, and over 90 degree programs, the University of Manitoba plays a key role in the social, cultural, and economic well-being of our community and our world.
The Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba and the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority are developing a new priority initiative, the Neuroscience Research Program. Five (5) tenure-track faculty positions are available at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position # 10631, 10632, 10633, 10634, and 10635.
The candidates must have a PhD and/or MD with strong demonstrated expertise in neuroscience research. The new recruits are expected to teach in, and to develop a rigorous and independently-funded research program in the areas of neurosciences, mental health and addiction. Some examples of research areas of interests are: neuropharmacology, developmental neurobiology, neurobiology of neurological and psychiatric diseases, neuroinflammation, cerebrovascular biology, stroke, neurotrauma, and regenerative neuroscience. The successful candidates will be offered an academic appointment in a basic science department, depending upon each candidate's interests and specialty area. All candidates are also expected to develop strong collaboration in translational research with clinical departments.
The Program will be housed in the new Kleyson Institute of Advanced Medicine which is part of the Health Sciences Centre complex. The successful candidates will be provided with a competitive start up package and will have access to numerous state-of-the-art facilities and expertise including gene targeting, high throughput screening, RNAi Libraries, Proteomics, cell sorting, animal modeling, imaging and behaviour systems. Learn more about our research at http://www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/medicine/research/.
Winnipeg has a strong health research focus. The city has a rich cultural environment, including symphony, opera, dance, theatre, professional sports and ethnic festivals. The region provides many opportunities for outdoor recreation in all seasons. Learn more about Winnipeg at http://www.city.winnipeg.mb.ca.
The University of Manitoba encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Candidates are to forward further enquiries or a letter of application together with curriculum vitae, supportive information, a statement of research interests and the names and contact information of three referees to:
Dr. Kevin Coombs, Associate Dean of Research, e-mail: kcoombs@cc.umanitoba.ca
or
Dr. Xin-Min Li, Director of the Neuroscience Research Program, email: xinmin_li@umanitoba.ca
Faculty of Medicine
University of Manitoba
Room A108 Chown Bldg
753 McDermot Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T6
Tel: (204) 789-3375
Fax: (204) 789-3942.
Selection process begins March 1, 2010 and will remain open until filled. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2010 or as soon thereafter as possible.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the "Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitaes may be provided to participating members of the search process.
For more information on this opportunity, please visit umanitoba.ca/employment
