AST/ASO/FULL RES PROF - Garcia Lab

The Garcia Laboratory in the Center for Inflammation Sciences and Systems Medicine is seeking to fill a faculty position at the rank of Associate Research Professor non tenure track / Research Professor, non tenure track. While we are open to diverse disciplinary focuses within the realm of inflammation science and systems medicine, applications are especially encouraged for physician-scientists in the field of inflammation, fibrosis, and disease. Specifically ARDS genomics and translational research, VILI, sepsis shock and asthma.  The qualified candidates must have excellent research and laboratory experience and proven experience and expertise in the following areas:

 - Lead and conduct high-impact research projects focused on inflammation science. This includes designing experiments, securing funding through grants, publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at national and international conferences.

 - Provide mentorship and guidance to graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty members. Supervise student research projects, ensuring a high standard of academic excellence and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

 - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams within the Center and with external partners to advance the understanding and treatment of inflammatory diseases. Serve on academic and administrative committees, contribute to the strategic planning and development of the Center, and engage in community outreach to promote public awareness and understanding of inflammation science.

Commensurate with experience.

MD, Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree.

• Scientific researchers in the field of pulmonary and inflammation with experience in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) genetics, genomics and translational research. Mechanisms of ventilator-induced lung injury (VILI) & biomarkers in critical care diseases including sepsis, sepsis shock, and ARDS.
• 7+ years of experience as a researcher.
• Robust publication portfolio
• H-Index above 40
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, as well as in a team environment.

For consideration, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume.

Please provide names and email addresses of three to five references as part of the application process. When ready, the hiring department will contact the listed references via email requesting their reference letters to be uploaded directly to the application website.

The final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/

The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-24772477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. 

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. 

This is a time-limited position.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.