The Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant Professor in the appointment stream.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in a related Engineering field and have research interests relevant to head and neck, otology, neurotology, and/or auditory disorders. The focus of this position will be research efforts in the innovation of medical devices and therapeutics in Otolaryngology. Strong consideration will be given to candidates whose research interests are relevant to understanding the role. Experience with Biodesign methodology is desired.

The position is responsible for supporting the Principal Investigator, collaborating with the Pittsburgh Hearing Research Center faculty to conduct research, assisting with the submission of proposals to secure externally sponsored research funding, and responsible for the conduct and reporting of research projects and dissemination of research results. For this research, candidates should have proven skills and expertise in analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills, demonstrated working knowledge of standard laboratory policies, procedures, and equipment, the ability to communicate in oral and written form with all levels of personnel and technical publications, and must be able to work well independently or as a team member.

To apply, please go to join.pitt.edu, select Faculty Positions, and search for requisition #24004791 in the keyword search.

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