Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Posting DetailsPosition Details Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics Specific TitleAppointment Type Tenure Track Faculty Department IUSM - Pediatrics Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary The Pediatric Pulmonology and Gene Therapy in the Wells Research Center is seeking candidates for a tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor of Pediatrics position.
This position will have a specific research focus in examining the genetic and environmental factors that lead to allergic and autoimmune diseases such as atopic dermatitis, allergic asthma and food allergy.
n to interrogate the molecular mechanisms responsible for the quality control of cystic fibrosis transmembrane-conductance regulator (CFTR) biogenesis by the endoplasmic reticulum using cell culture and mouse models.
The goal of this research would be to improve mutant CFTR expression on the plasma membrane and ultimately translating the discoveries of bench research into therapeutic interventions for the treatment of people with CF.
The applicant should have experience in CFTR research, epithelial cell culture, mouse models, molecular biology, biochemistry, and exhibit a willingness to collaborate with the current members of the department.
The applicant also should have some support from extramural sources.
The Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Allergy and Sleep Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine conducts basic, translational and clinical research.
Specific areas of study include cystic fibrosis, asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, primary ciliary dyskinesia, specialized physiologic testing, allergic diseases and sleep disorders.
The division has a history of participating in investigator-initiated studies as well as drug trials and is a part of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutic Development Network, the Food Allergy Research and Education Network, and the Pediatric Behavioral Sleep Research Network.
The division has been awarded funding from the NIH, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the American Lung Association, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and the Food Allergy Research and Education Network.
As the nation's largest medical school, IUSM is committed to being an institution that not only reflects the diversity of the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve, but also pursues the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence.
We desire candidates who enhance our representational diversity, as well as those whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty.
IUSM strives to take an anti-racist stance, regularly evaluating and updating its policies, procedures, and practices to confer equitable opportunities for contribution and advancement for all members of our community.
We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to advance racial equity to transform health and wellbeing for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Basic Qualifications Doctorate or Terminal degree is required.
Department Contact for Questions Dr.
Reuben Kapur email protected or Dr.
James Chmiel email protected Additional QualificationsSpecial InstructionsPriority Application Review DeadlineExpected Start DateOAA # IUSM-01487-2022 Recommended Skills Biochemistry Clinical Research Hardworking And Dedicated Medicine Molecular Biology Pediatrics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This position will have a specific research focus in examining the genetic and environmental factors that lead to allergic and autoimmune diseases such as atopic dermatitis, allergic asthma and food allergy.
n to interrogate the molecular mechanisms responsible for the quality control of cystic fibrosis transmembrane-conductance regulator (CFTR) biogenesis by the endoplasmic reticulum using cell culture and mouse models.
The goal of this research would be to improve mutant CFTR expression on the plasma membrane and ultimately translating the discoveries of bench research into therapeutic interventions for the treatment of people with CF.
The applicant should have experience in CFTR research, epithelial cell culture, mouse models, molecular biology, biochemistry, and exhibit a willingness to collaborate with the current members of the department.
The applicant also should have some support from extramural sources.
The Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, Allergy and Sleep Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine conducts basic, translational and clinical research.
Specific areas of study include cystic fibrosis, asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, primary ciliary dyskinesia, specialized physiologic testing, allergic diseases and sleep disorders.
The division has a history of participating in investigator-initiated studies as well as drug trials and is a part of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutic Development Network, the Food Allergy Research and Education Network, and the Pediatric Behavioral Sleep Research Network.
The division has been awarded funding from the NIH, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the American Lung Association, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and the Food Allergy Research and Education Network.
As the nation's largest medical school, IUSM is committed to being an institution that not only reflects the diversity of the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve, but also pursues the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence.
We desire candidates who enhance our representational diversity, as well as those whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty.
IUSM strives to take an anti-racist stance, regularly evaluating and updating its policies, procedures, and practices to confer equitable opportunities for contribution and advancement for all members of our community.
We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to advance racial equity to transform health and wellbeing for all throughout the state of Indiana.
Basic Qualifications Doctorate or Terminal degree is required.
Department Contact for Questions Dr.
Reuben Kapur email protected or Dr.
James Chmiel email protected Additional QualificationsSpecial InstructionsPriority Application Review DeadlineExpected Start DateOAA # IUSM-01487-2022 Recommended Skills Biochemistry Clinical Research Hardworking And Dedicated Medicine Molecular Biology Pediatrics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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