Description

Women's Healthy Aging Innovation Center, Buck Institute for Research on Aging

POSITION SUMMARY

The Buck Institute for Research on Aging invites applications for a faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level in the Women’s Healthy Aging Innovation Center. This position seeks an outstanding scientist whose research program focuses on the biology underlying healthy aging in women. Areas of interest include but are not limited to ovarian aging, germline formation and maintenance, reproductive endocrinology, reproductive transitions, menopause, interactions between reproductive aging and systemic age-related diseases, and sex differences in aging. All model systems are welcome, including human, animal, and in vitro models.

The successful candidate is expected to establish and lead a productive, collaborative, and innovative research group that advances understanding of reproductive aging, integrates with the Buck Institute’s mission, and contributes to improving women’s health span. Moreover, we seek candidates who are interested in contributing to the leadership, vision, and growth of the Women’s Healthy Aging Innovation Center and its associated Reproductive Biology Hub through collaborative strategic initiatives and enhanced awareness and engagement.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a full-time, exempt faculty position. Salary will be commensurate with rank, qualifications, experience, and funding profile.

Anticipated annual salary ranges are:

• Assistant Professor: $130,000 - $190,000
• Associate Professor: $160,000 - $260,000
• Professor: $210,000 - $400,000

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, an employer-sponsored retirement plan with a 5% employer match and student debt repayment plan, paid time off, and paid parental leave. Start-up funding, laboratory space, and research support will be provided consistent with rank and research program needs.

TO APPLY
Review of applications will begin two months after the posting of this announcement and continue until the position is filled. Please click APPLY and upload:

Curriculum vitae

A single PDF containing (in listed order):

• Cover letter
• Summary of research accomplishments (1 page)
• Summary of experience in aging research, reproductive science, and women’s health (1 page)
• Statement of future research vision and plans (2 pages)
• Statement of contributions to diversity (1 page)
• Names and contact information of three references

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree and a minimum of three years of postdoctoral experience with a strong record of research accomplishments in reproductive biology, aging biology, or related fields
• Demonstrated potential to establish and lead a cutting-edge independent research program focused on reproductive aging and women’s health
• Proven leadership and mentorship experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with broad audiences
• Ability to foster collaborative research within the Institute and across the reproductive science, women’s health, and aging research communities
• Prior experience in senescence-related research and multiomics approaches strongly preferred