Research Track Associate Professor in Neurotechnology

Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases
Gainesville, FL
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Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Biology/Life Science, Physical/Mathematical Sciences

Department: 29020100 - MD-NEUROSCIENCE-GENERAL

Classification Title

Research Track Associate Professor in Neurotechnology

Classification Minimum Requirements

Successful applicants will have a Ph.D. or equivalent

Job Description

The Department of Neuroscience at the University of Florida (UF) invites applications for a research-track Associate Professor position . We seek an innovative scientist who specializes in invasive neurotechnology and cognitive neuromodulation, aiming to complement and expand our research areas, which include neurodegeneration, traumatic brain injury, neurovascular diseases and cognitive and psychiatric vulnerabilities across the lifespan. The successful applicant will conduct outstanding independent research and is expected to develop a strong extramurally funded program. The Department of Neuroscience and the broader UF neuromedicine community is highly collaborative. In addition to developing an independent research program, the ideal candidate would further have a strong interest in participating in larger programmatic opportunities. Finally, this individual would further be expected to contribute to the educational mission of the department, which would include teaching and mentoring of graduate students.

The Department of Neuroscience in the College of Medicine is the second-oldest neuroscience department in the country and ranks among the top 10 in NIH research funding. The Department offers a rich academic environment in molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscience.

The University of Florida . The University of Florida is the flagship campus of the State of Florida University System. The University of Florida regularly ranks in the top 10 public universities by the US News and World Report and its research enterprise includes over $1.33 billion in annual research expenditures. In addition, the University of Florida is the country’s only academic health center with six health-related colleges located on a single, contiguous campus. The thriving neuroscience community at UF is bolstered by the Evelyn F. and William L. McKnight Institute and the Normal Fixel Institute, both of which offer support to scientists and facilitate a strong intellectual environment seeding collaboration and innovation.

The successful candidate will become part of an innovative academic community built on creativity, collaboration, and shared discovery. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Expected Salary

Commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications

  • MD or MD/PhD in Neuroscience or a related field, with a focus on neuromodulation or invasive neurotechnology.
  • Proven track record of conducting both independent and collaborative science, including a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals within the field.
  • Innovative scientific approaches, a commitment to develop an extramurally funded research program
  • A commitment to advancing the field of neuroscience with a focus on clinical applications and translational research.

Preferred

Successful applicants will have demonstrated excellence in research productivity and evidence of, or potential for, extramural funding.

Integration of machine learning/AI approaches in research program

Special Instructions To Applicants

Attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, teaching philosophy statement and contact information for three references. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For further information about the position, the scope of the search, and application process, please contact Dr. Joe Abisambra at j.abisambra @ufl.edu.

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 02 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: Open until filled

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