Associate/Full Professor of Biology/Biomedical Sciences - Morgan State University : Job Details

Posting DetailsPosting Summary Job Title Associate/Full Professor of Biology/Biomedical Sciences Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department School of Computer, Mathematical & Natural Sciences Work Status Full Time Position Category Faculty Faculty Rank Open Rank FLSAPay RangeSalary Range Associate Professor $80,000 - $130,000; Professor $95,000 - $170,000 / year (based on discipline) Fund Source State Support Job Summary Founded in 1867, Morgan State University is Maryland's premier public urban research university, distinguished for its excellence in teaching, research, public service, and community engagement. The School of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences, in partnership with the RCMI Center for Urban Health Disparities Research and Innovation at Morgan State University (RCMI@Morgan), invites applications for a 9.5-month tenure-track or tenured faculty position at the associate or full professor level. This full-time appointment will commence in August 2025.Established in 2019, RCMI@Morgan aims to build a robust biomedical research infrastructure that positions Morgan State University as a key contributor to health disparities research. Our vision is to be nationally recognized for innovative research addressing health disparities affecting minority and underrepresented communities in Baltimore and across Maryland.We seek an accomplished biomedical scientist with a proven track record in grantsmanship and expertise in biomedical and health disparities research. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing RCMI@Morgan's research ecosystem, mentoring early-career investigators, and contributing to the overall growth and success of the Center.Job Duties

• Establish an externally funded and productive biomedical research program with an emphasis on health disparities
• Coordinate the mentoring network and mentor early-stage investigators (junior faculty and post-doctoral research fellows) to facilitate their transition to biomedical research independence
• Participate in biomedical research networking and team science, professional development workshops, and other strategic activities designed to enhance the biomedical research ecosystem of RCMI@Morgan.
• Provide research training and mentor students, and post-doctoral fellows working in his/her biomedical research laboratory
• Teach graduate courses in biomedical science-related areas

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

• A strong record of extramural funding, peer-reviewed publications, and successful mentorship of graduate students.
• Independent research grants such as DOD, NIH, and equivalent, including currently active grant funding
• Excellent expertise in basic biomedical and/or clinical research on health disparity diseases
• Strong interest and experience in mentoring ESIs including junior faculty and postdoctoral research fellows.

Required Minimum Qualifications Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent from an accredited institution.Other Preferences for ConsiderationPosting Detail Information Posting Number FA00374 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Open Date 02/06/2025 Best Consideration Date 03/06/2025 Job Close DateSpecial Instructions to Applicant Statement of research accomplishments and future research plans