Assistant/Associate Professor of Neurology (Tenure Track)
Company: Columbia University
Location: New York
Posted on: April 4, 2025
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Job Description:
The Department of Neurology at the Columbia University Vagelos
College of Physicians and Surgeons invites applicants for a
tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate
Professor level in the Eleanor and Lou Gehrig ALS Center and the
Claire Tow Center for Motor Neuron Biology and Disease. We seek an
outstanding investigator working to develop the next generation of
genome editing techniques and RNA and DNA-based therapeutics for
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and related neurodegenerative
diseases.
This includes biomedical engineers, bioengineers, and molecular and
cellular biologists that apply state-of-the-art genome and
transcriptome engineering approaches, such as CRISPR-based prime
and base editing, RNA-targeting CRISPR effectors and related
technologies to neurological disease with the goal of developing
innovative targeted therapeutics.
Position Description
The successful candidate will establish and lead an independent
research program at the intersection of bioengineering, synthetic
biology, and neurodegenerative disease therapeutics. Areas of
interest include but are not limited to:
Engineering gene and cell therapies for ALS
CRISPR-based DNA and RNA editing and epigenome modulation for
neuroprotection and disease modification
RNA and protein engineering for precision-targeted
interventions
Development of programmable genetic circuits for
neuroprotection
RNA- and protein-based therapeutic platforms
High-throughput screening of synthetic biology-based
interventions
Advanced biomaterials and delivery systems for therapeutic
application in the nervous system
The successful candidate will collaborate with a highly
interdisciplinary team of neurologists, neuroscientists,
geneticists, and bioengineers within Columbia University's vibrant
research community, including the Eleanor and Lou Gehrig ALS
Center, the Claire Tow Center for Motor Neuron Biology and Disease,
and the Department of Systems Biology.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and sustain an independent, extramurally funded research
program
Collaborate with clinicians, neuroscientists, and geneticists
within Columbia's interdisciplinary research environment
Mentor graduate students and postdoctoral fellows
Contribute to teaching at the graduate and/or medical school
levels
Engage in service to the department, university, and broader
scientific community
Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Neuroscience,
Genetics, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related field
A strong record of research accomplishments, including publications
in leading journals
Demonstrated potential (Assistant Professor) or proven track record
(Associate Professor) for securing extramural funding
Experience or interest in mentoring trainees and contributing to an
inclusive and diverse academic community
Commitment to advancing therapeutics for neurodegenerative
diseases
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability /
Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based
on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental
budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses,
specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the
University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
possible compensation at the time of posting.
Keywords: Columbia University, New York , Assistant/Associate Professor of Neurology (Tenure Track), Education / Teaching , New York, New York
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