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MPRC PHYSICIAN SCIENTIST – ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:The Department ofPsychiatry,Maryland Psychiatric Research Center (MPRC) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is recruiting for a full-time physician scientist to join our dynamic faculty. We are seeking a researcher with a strong focus on translational research in schizophrenia spectrum disorders. This faculty position offers an exceptional opportunity to lead innovative, bench-to-clinic research aimed at understanding mechanisms of risk, onset, illness trajectories, outcomes, or developing novel treatments for schizophrenia spectrum disorders. Candidates with interests in early phase psychosis, metabolic psychiatry, negative symptomatology, or other emerging areas of psychiatric research are strongly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of obtaining, or the potential to obtain, extramural funding to support their research. It is expected that the successful candidate will develop and maintain a research program supported through extramural funding. Preferred Research Strengths · Translational approaches bridging basic and clinical science · Human post-mortem studies · Advanced neuroimaging (including magnetic resonance techniques) · Neuromodulation methods such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) · High-dimensional data analytics and computational modeling The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities, including the UMSOM MPRC Magnetic Resonance Center, the Maryland Brain Collection, neuromodulation labs, clinical trials infrastructure, basic science labs, and biobanking resources. MPRC is internationally recognized for its leadership in schizophrenia research and treatment and offers a supportive environment to ensure extramural funding success and career development. Expected rank for this position will be Assistant Professor or Associate Professor, tenure-track. However, final rank and tenure status will be commensurate with selected candidate’s experience. Expected Salary Range: $230,000 to $300,000. The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University. UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position offers a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school. Note: Leave and tuition benefits are prorated for part-time employees. For immediate consideration, please send a cover letter and a recent CV, including names and contact information of three references to the following link:https://umb.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=25000177&lang=en // For additional questions after application, please email Amanuel Amante ataamante@som.umaryland.edu.// /UMB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy.If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit an online//request//or contact//HRDiversity@umaryland.edu//. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address./ Candidates must be board certified/eligible in Psychiatry and eligible for an unrestricted license in the State of Maryland and must maintain an active Maryland Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) registration. This position requires a medical degree from a recognized accredited domestic university (or foreign equivalent), and a strong commitment to research, patient care and teaching. Job: *Faculty Organization: *School of Medicine - Clinical Departments Title: MPRC Physician Scientist - Assistant/Associate Professor Location: null Requisition ID: 25000177