Classification Title:

AST/ASO PROF

Job Description:

The Department of Neurology at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We are seeking a dynamic researcher who will establish an independent and extramurally funded clinical research program of outstanding quality. This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant academic community and contribute to advancing neurorehabilitation research within a supportive, interdisciplinary environment.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a high-impact, federally-funded research program that aligns with the department's focus on neurorehabilitation, including partnering with clinicians in a multidisciplinary approach to conduct patient-focused, translational research. Neurorehabilitation is a multidisciplinary field dedicated to enhancing the recovery and quality of life of individuals with neurological and neuromuscular disorders. It involves developing and implementing innovative therapeutic strategies to improve motor, sensory, cognitive, and respiratory functions, with an emphasis on optimizing neuroplasticity and functional outcomes.

Candidates may have backgrounds in disciplines such as physical therapy, speech-language pathology, biomechanics, exercise science, engineering, rehabilitation science, neuroscience, or motor development, among others. The Department has a special interest in two key areas of research: Respiratory Rehabilitation: Research focused on improving breathing function and respiratory health in individuals with neurological or neuromuscular disorders. Upper Airway Dysfunction: Investigating therapies and interventions to address dysphagia and airway protection in neurological or neuromuscular conditions.

The Department is developing a core of researchers engaged in clinical research to build a collaborative and interdisciplinary research centered around neurorehabilitation and respiratory health that complements the already established research strengths of the Department and College of Medicine - Jacksonville at large. Early-career candidates should have a promising publication record as well as post-doctoral research experience. Mid-career candidates are expected to have demonstrated the ability to obtain extramural research funding as principal investigator.

The UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville (UF COMJ) is the largest of the three colleges at the Health Science Center Jacksonville. We excel in education, research and patient care that expresses our steadfast values of compassion, excellence, professionalism and innovation. The college's 16 clinical science departments house more than 450 faculty members, 1,560 staff and 384 residents and fellows, as well as medical students from UF and around the country. We offer an incredible breadth of clinical training programs and proud to a recognized leader in human subjects research in northeast Florida and the southeast region. Research, discovery and innovation are critical aspects of our campus and we have some of the country’s leading researchers exploring new ways to promote health and wellness for the patients and communities we serve.

UF Health in Jacksonville is the academic hospital affiliated with UF COMJ. UF Health physicians offer primary care and specialty services in practices throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, tallying more than 650,000 outpatient visits and more than 40,000 inpatient admissions annually.

UF Health in Jacksonville, Florida, is comprised of:

UF Health Jacksonville, an academic health center near Downtown Jacksonville and home to the area's only adult and pediatric Level I trauma program UF Health North, a 92-bed hospital and outpatient medical campus in North Jacksonville UF Health Science Center Jacksonville, which encompasses three UF colleges in Jacksonville: Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy UF Jacksonville Physicians, Inc., a network of primary and specialty care centers offering exceptional patient care throughout Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia

Research, discovery and innovation are critical aspects of our clinical campus and we have some of the country’s leading researchers at our locations searching for and finding new treatments and clinical options.

Spanning 900 square miles, Jacksonville is the largest city by land area in the continental U.S. and offers the perfect mix of big-city amenities with a laid-back, coastal vibe. Located just 12 miles south of the Georgia line, it boasts a warm climate, beautiful beaches, and year-round sunshine, making it a prime location for outdoor enthusiasts. With over 1,100 miles of navigable waterways, Jacksonville offers more shoreline than any other city in the nation – ideal for boating, fishing, and water sports.

The city is a hub of vibrant culture and entertainment, hosting the second-largest jazz festival in the U.S., a rich musical history that includes legendary names like Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Ray Charles, and lively arts and food scenes. Jacksonville’s rooftop bars, dog parks, and walkable neighborhoods make it easy to explore and enjoy the local charm. For sports fans, Jacksonville is home to the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars, minor league baseball, hockey, and more. Golf lovers will appreciate being close to PGA headquarters and the renowned Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass.

In addition to an international airport, a dynamic job market, and the largest urban park system in the U.S., Jacksonville offers the financial benefit of living in Florida, which has no state income tax, allowing you to keep more of what you earn. Education is a highlight, with Jacksonville being home to some of the top-ranked public schools in the nation, including Stanton College Preparatory and Paxon School for Advanced Studies

The UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville faculty, administrators, residents, fellows, students and staff work as a team in pursuit of our common mission — to heal, to comfort, to educate and to discover through quality health care, elimination of health disparities, medical education, innovation and research.

To learn more about our college, leadership, mission, faculty resources, and the city of Jacksonville visit https://med.jax.ufl.edu/administrative-affairs/faculty-orientation-guide/.

Expected Salary:

Salary is based on experience with excellent benefit package.

Minimum Requirements:

Candidates should have a PhD in a field related to Neurorehabilitation

Preferred Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience conducting original research in neurorehabilitation and a proven track record of receiving NIH grant funding.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The search committee will continue to review applications until the position is filled. Please provide letter of intent and Curriculum Vitae.

The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.

The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Health Assessment Required: Yes