Assistant Professor - Biomedical Engineering Notice of Filing

Job Summary

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in cellular engineering or tissue engineering. Additionally, a candidate whose research in this field complements the department existing strengths in Neuroengineering, Biomechanics, Biomedical imaging and optics, and Medical Micro technologies would be of particular interest. The candidate's research should have clear implications for improving human health. The ideal candidate will be interested in collaborative work with existing centers and faculty in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and throughout campus.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering advances the mission of the College of Engineering to foster a respectful, diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

Developing an innovative research program in cellular engineering or tissue engineering; teaching and developing undergraduate and graduate courses in Biomedical Engineering, mentoring graduate students, and supervising their research; participating in departmental and university faculty governance; participating in outreach and service in industry and government; and contributing to professional and public service.

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Qualifications

Candidates will have a demonstrated record of academic achievement such as peer-reviewed publications and grant awards appropriate for early career, exceptional potential in establishing a world-class research program in cellular engineering and tissue engineering, and a commitment to high-quality undergraduate and graduate instructions.

Work Type

Full Time: 100%

Appointment Type, Duration

Ongoing/Renewable

Anticipated Begin Date

AUGUST 19, 2024

Salary

Negotiable

ACADEMIC (9 months)

Additional Information

The Department of Biomedical Engineering in the College of Engineering at UW-Madison enrolls approximately 600 undergraduate students and 100 MS and PhD graduate students from all over the world. The Department has 22 Primary Faculty, 55 Affiliate Faculty, 3 Emeritus Faculty, 30 Academic Staff, and 3 Classified Staff, with state expenditures exceeding 2 million annually and research expenditures exceeding 10 million annually. The University of Wisconsin-Madison has a long history of interdisciplinary collaboration between departments and colleges as well as a strong commitment to promoting diversity and engaging in inclusive practices. A faculty member recruited in this specialty area will have the opportunity to closely collaborate with clinical and basic science faculty in the College, the School of Medicine, and Public Health, as well as from multiple research centers at UW-Madison, including the Carbone Cancer Center, Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Center, Cardiovascular Research Center, and McPherson Eye Research Institute.

A competitive recruitment and selection process was conducted for this employment opportunity and a U.S. worker was not selected. An application for Alien Employment Certification is being filed on behalf of an alien to fill the employment opportunity. Anyone with documentary evidence relative to the application, or available workers, wages and/or working conditions, may contact the Regional Certifying Office of the Department of Labor at the following address:

U.S Department of Labor

Employment and Training Administration

Office of Foreign Labor Certification

200 Constitution Avenue, NW Room N-5311

Washington, DC 20210

How to Apply

The position has been filled. This posting is mandatory to meet a United States Department of Labor requirement. See the job posting for more details.

Please apply directly to the website by clicking on "Apply Now". Upload a SINGLE PDF document containing a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including a complete list of publications, and the names and contact information for three references. Applicants should also include a maximum three-page research statement and a one-page teaching statement describing how the applicant's research and teaching goals fit the solicitation described above.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is November 27, 2023. However, this position will remain open, and applications may be considered until this position is filled.

Employment will require an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. To be considered, applicants must upload a signed 'Authorization to Release Information' form as part of the application. The authorization form and a definition of 'misconduct' can be found here: https://hr.wisc.edu/institutional-reference-check/

Contact

Mondira Saha-Muldowney

mondira.sahamuldowney@wisc.edu

608-265-2385

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title

Assistant Professor(FA040)

Department(s):

A19-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/BIOMEDICAL ENGR

Employment Class

Faculty

Job Number

291647-FA

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .