The Association of Medical School Neuroscience Department Chairpersons

Faculty Position

University of South Carolina School of Medicine

September 10^th, 2009

Dear Collegue,

The Department of Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine seeks your help in identifying candidates for a faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. New faculty members will join a collegial and collaborative department at a university in the midst of an ambitious program to achieve national prominence in research and education. Candidates with research interests that complement the departmental research programs that focus on studying the molecular or cellular mechanisms underlying physiological processes, complex behaviors, or drug action are desirable. Successful candidates will also be expected to participate in medical and graduate teaching. Applicants must have a doctoral degree and postdoctoral experience. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in medical education, funding success and potential, and research interests that enhance departmental programs targeting neurological, neuropsychiatric, cardiovascular or endocrine disorders. Substantial start-up funds and modern facilities will be provided. The initial appointment is viewed as a non-tenure track position, with transition into a tenure-track following establishment of a funded, independent research program and demonstration of teaching competency. Exceptional applicants will be considered for immediate appointment on the tenure-track.

Qualified applicants may apply by submitting a single electronic file (PDF or Word) that includes a cover letter summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae and publication list, a statement of research plans and professional goals, and contact information for four references. The file should be attached to an e-mail message sent to Dr. Marlene Wilson with “PPN Faculty Search” as the subject. For more information about the department including our research programs please visit the Department of Pharmacology, Physiology and Neuroscience.

The University of South Carolina is located in Columbia, the thriving capital city of South Carolina that is centrally located in the state. The School of Medicine has the advantage of both a beautiful, historic campus and well-equipped modern laboratories and classrooms. Columbia combines a warm southern charm and climate with an affordable cost of living. The city is the nexus of government with a thriving arts & culture center, strong intercollegiate athletics, and a community that is reinventing itself with redevelopment projects citywide.

I am very interested in your recommendations for candidates for this position. Since the University of South Carolina is an Affirmation Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we are especially interested in applications from women and minorities. Please feel free to send thoughts and recommendations to me by letter, email or phone (803-733-3259). Thanks in advance for your help and consideration.

Cordially,
Marlene A. Wilson, Ph.D.
Professor and Chair
Department of Pharmacology, Physiology & Neuroscience
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Columbia, SC 29208
803.733.3259