The Department of Biomedical Sciences (DBMS) at the Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University (ETSU), invites applications for multiple full-time tenure track open-rank faculty positions.
We encourage applications from individuals with research expertise in one or more of the following areas of major strength within the department:
Cancer Cardiovascular/Renal Immunology/Infectious Disease Neuroscience Promising candidates in other areas of biomedical research will also be considered. Applicants with extramural funding through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or who are eligible to apply for VA funding are encouraged to apply. Consideration will also be given to cluster or group hiring in the areas of departmental strength.
Applicants are expected to engage in basic and translational research, sustain independent research funding, publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals, and participate in teaching medical and/or graduate students. Administrative duties may include service on departmental, college, and university committees.
Job Summary This is an excellent opportunity as the university offers state-funded positions, a competitive starting salary, ample laboratory space, multiple core facilities, the opportunity to mentor M.S. and Ph.D. students, and a collaborative environment. Our collegial and collaborative environment extends to the clinical departments and other colleges at ETSU. The College of Medicine consistently ranks among the top schools nationwide for rural medicine and primary care education. ETSU is a state-supported institution serving ~15,000 students.
Johnson City, nestled at the foothills of the scenic Appalachian Mountains, offers a welcoming community with no state income tax, excellent public and private schools, clean mountain air, a temperate climate, abundant outdoor activities, and southern hospitality.
The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including paid time off & leave, paid holidays, health and life insurance, retirement, access to University facilities and services, and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at
ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Expertise and ability to build a nationally competitive research program. Experience in teaching medical and biomedical courses or the willingness to develop such skills. Required Qualifications Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree Postdoctoral research experience *For Associate or Full Professor, evidence of an established research program with extramural funding is required.
Preferred Qualifications Nationally funded research program Applicants with a strong publication record and nationally competitive research program or the potential to develop such a research program independently and/or in collaboration with DBMS faculty. Required Documents Cover Letter Transcripts Curriculum Vitae Teaching Philosophy Statement of Research
