Tenure Track Physician-Scientist in Cardiovascular Medicine

The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine in the Department of Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of cardiovascular research broadly defined as subspeciality training in cardiovascular medicine and candidates must have demonstrated a commitment to developing innovative research programs in cardiovascular science as the principal focus of their career. Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree.



Teaching responsibilities may include teaching medical students, graduate students, residents, and fellows in the context of research programs.



Clinical responsibilities may include serving as a teaching attending in clinical programs that complement research interest.



Research or scholarship responsibilities may include leading extramurally funded research programs focused broadly in cardiovascular science, including bench, clinical/translational, and health services research. The University of Pennsylvania is a highly collegial academic community, and faculty members are encouraged to engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary studies.



We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.



The successful candidate should have demonstrated excellent qualifications in research and teaching. Specifically, candidates must have demonstrated an ability to obtain external funding for their research, including federal sources. This is an exciting opportunity to facilitate basic and translational research within a great university and prominent health system.



Applicants must have an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent degree.











Applications should include a CV and cover letter describing your research interests. Please direct all inquiries to the search Chairs: Dr Thomas Cappola, MD, MSc thomas.cappola@pennmedicine.upenn.edu and Dr. Sharlene Day, MD sharlene.day@pennmedicine.upenn.edu



Applications must be submitted online.








The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.