As seen in the 06 January issue of Science:

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY

Health Science Center

Paul L. Foster School of Medicine

The Department of Biomedical Sciences and the Center of Excellence in Diabetes and Obesity at the Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, El Paso, Texas are seeking candidates for tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. This is part of a state-funded initiative to enhance research in diabetes and obesity in the US / Mexico border region. The Center is primarily interested in investigators with research interests in diabetes and obesity, preferably in Hispanic populations or diseases of special interest to Hispanic populations.

Successful candidates are expected to maintain independently funded research programs in obesity and diabetes or a related field. The positions will report to the Chair of the Department of Biomedical Sciences until such time as a Director of the Center of Excellence is identified.

Minimum Qualifications: M.D/D.O. with board certification and eligibility for Texas medical license or Ph.D. in a field related to diabetes/obesity research from an accredited institution of higher education. Minimum 3 years of postdoctoral experience, and a strong publication record.

Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with experience in diabetes/obesity research and experience in using the latest technology preferred. Funded grant support in an area of basic, clinical, or translational research strongly preferred. Regional or emerging reputation in the area of diabetes and obesity research for consideration at the rank of Associate Professor. Interest in assisting with the development of a new Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences strongly preferred. Access to graduate students will depend on development of a successful training program, and we look to the candidates to participate in the development of the program. A willingness to start something new, and to help a new institution to grow and develop, is also a strongly desired characteristic. Good communication skills and demonstrated ability to work in a collegial environment are essential.

The Center will provide start up funds and partial salary support. 50% of salary should be supported by grant funding or a combination of grant funding and clinical/teaching work. Interested candidates must apply online at http://jobs.texastech.edu, requisition 84742. A curriculum vitae, a short write up of research interests and three references may be attached and sent to: Charles Miller, PhD. charles.miller@ttuhsc.edu, Chair, Department of Biomedical Sciences. The position is open until filled. Application review will begin immediately.