Assistant Professor of Research at Tulane University in new orleans, Louisiana

Job Description:

Assistant Professor of Research



Location:

New Orleans, LA

Open Date:

Apr 11, 2025

Description:

Tulane's Department of Medicine at Tulane School of Medicine invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Medicine on the Research Track.  We are seeking a dedicated and innovative researcher with expertise in vitro diagnostics, biosensors, and molecular diagnostics.  The successful candidate will contribute to advancing diagnostic platforms, biomarker discovery, and translational research for infectious disease and/or pulmonary disease.  

The appointee will be expected to lead cutting-edge research projects, secure extramural funding, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address critical challenges in critical diagnostics.  

Key Responsibilities: 

Research Leadership:Conduct high-impact research in the areas of biosensors, molecular diagnostics, CRISPR-based assays, and infectious diseases.Develop and translate advanced diagnostic tools for pathogen detection and biomarker discovery, with a focus on tuberculosis and other infectious diseases.Lead and manage research projects, including grant writing, project execution, and reporting.Collaboration and Mentorship:Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate fundamental science with clinical applications.Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior researchers in research methodologies and career development.Funding and Publications:Secure extramural funding from federal, state, and private sources to support research initiatives.Publish findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.Institutional Service:Participate in departmental and institutional committees as required.Contribute to the academic mission of the institution through service and outreach activities.

 

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Food Science, or a related field.Postdoctoral research experience in biosensors, molecular diagnostics, or infectious diseases.A strong publication record in high-impact journals such as Nature Biomedical Engineering, The Lancet Microbe, and ACS Nano.Demonstrated expertise in developing diagnostic platforms, including CRISPR-based assays and nanoprobe technologies.Experience securing research funding as a Principal Investigator (PI).


Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials as a single PDF file: (1) a cover letter summarizing strengths of the applicant; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) contact information of three references.  Please e-mail Erica Moore - egaines@tulane.edu or Victor Thannickal, MD - vthannickal@tulane.edu if you have questions about your application.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.   Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.

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