Associate or Full Professor - Brain Health and Trauma Research Cluster

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 12574
Full/Part Time: Full Time


Brain Health and Trauma Research Cluster Hire Associate/Full Professor

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), College of Science (COS), College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP), Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design (KCEID), and College of Education and Human Development (COEHD) invite applications for five tenured Associate or Full Professors to contribute to a cluster hiring initiative in Brain Health and Trauma Research to begin in Fall of academic year 2025-26.

• Neuroscientist studying neurodevelopment, animal or human neuroscience
• Clinical Psychologist performing research with children or adults conducting preventative interventions, clinical trials, or longitudinal trials in the area of trauma, PTSD, or TBI
• Epidemiologist or similar field within Public Health focusing on acute and long-term outcomes research in injury/trauma epidemiology or injury/trauma prevention/intervention
• Biomedical Engineer using approaches to promote brain health or trauma prevention/intervention
• Behavior Analyst, housed in Educational Psychology, who uses data science or AI methodology for assessment and treatment research focused on human or animal subjects
  
  The Clustered & Connected Hiring Program (CCP) is designed to recruit and hire some of the best and brightest minds of varying backgrounds and experiences in select fields to The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) to join in efforts to address some of today's most significant challenges.
  
  The University of Texas System recently approved the creation of the Regents' Research Excellence Program across its four Emerging Research Universities (ERUs), including UTSA. UT System has allocated $55 million across all four ERUs to fund the recruitment of research-active faculty to dramatically grow its national research prominence and federal funding opportunities. UTSA's allocation from UT System that translates to approximately 40 new faculty positions for new, mid- to senior-level faculty over the next several years who will add expertise in research areas that will enhance competitiveness, help solve societal needs and advance the university's capacity to meet UT System and state goals as outlined by the Texas Legislature.
  
  We seek outstanding candidates with demonstrated research expertise in the broad areas of brain health or trauma research. Subfields of interest include but are not limited to: neurodevelopment, animal and human neuroscience, traumatic brain injury, physical injury, psychological trauma, and behavioral science. Each candidate is expected to build successful, externally funded research programs in collaboration with individuals and groups through UTSA and the brain health or trauma research ecosystem in San Antonio and across Texas.
  
  The successful candidate will join a highly interactive and collaborative group of faculty within the Brain Health Consortium (BHC), and its affiliated colleges and departments. The BHC was established in 2019 as a university level center/institute with over 70 participating scientists spanning 5 affiliated colleges working together to advance our basic understanding of the brain to prevent and treat the most debilitating brain disorders. Research pillars comprise stem cells/precision medicine, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, psychology and learning. The BHC has partnerships with UT Health San Antonio's Center for Brain Health, Texas Biomedical Research Institute's Southwest National Primate Research Center, Southwest Research Institute, Morgan's Multi-Assistance Center, CHRISTUS Children's Hospital, STRONG STAR PTSD Consortium, and the Trauma Research Combat Casualty Care Collaborative to connect basic and translational research. These tenured positions include competitive compensation, fringe benefits, an excellent start-up package and modern laboratory space, and access to state-of-the-art core facilities and instrumentation.
  
  Qualifications
• Candidates should have a conferred Ph.D. in respective targeted areas including: neuroscience, clinical psychology (research-intensive PsyD will be considered), educational psychology, public health, education, behavior analysis, biomedical engineering, artificial intelligence/statistics, data science, or an appropriately relevant field by the time of application.
• The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate a record of leadership in high quality, collaborative research, and an excellent scholarship record of external funding commensurate with rank.
• Record of developing scholarly products that are critical to advancing research with an emphasis on brain health or trauma research.
• Record of teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Evidence of service to the university, field, or profession through leadership in the brain health or trauma research arenas.
• The successful candidate must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of first generation and low-income students and be committed to assisting the University's commitment to thrive as a Hispanic Serving Institution.
• Licensed or licensed eligible in Texas (clinical psychologist and behavior analyst)
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst Credential (behavior analyst)
  
  About the University and Department(s)
  The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in digital economy, human health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is thelargest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement, and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness, the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation, and the world. In August 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized the UT System to begin integrating UTSA and the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand the capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.
  
  UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more about UTSAonline, onUTSA Today,or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn.
  
  There are 4 affiliated colleges and 5 connected departments. Visit the following websites for more information:
  
  College of Sciences (COS) https://sciences.utsa.edu/
  College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) https://hcap.utsa.edu/
  Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design (KCEID) https://klesse.utsa.edu/.
  College of Education and Human Development (COEHD) https://education.utsa.edu/
  Department of Neuroscience, Developmental and Regenerative Biology https://sciences.utsa.edu/ndrb/
  Department of Psychology https://hcap.utsa.edu/psychology/
  Department of Public Health https://hcap.utsa.edu/public-health/
  Department of Biomedical Engineering & Chemical Engineering https://klesse.utsa.edu/bmce/
  Department of Educational Psychology https://education.utsa.edu/educational-psychology/
  
  Application Process
  This position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by December 1, 2024 Interested candidates must apply through the following link: https://bit.ly/3zUK2lI
  
  To apply applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:
• A current curriculum vitae
• Complete contact information for at least three professional references
• A research statement (4-page limit)
• A teaching statement (2-page limit)
• A statement highlighting potential areas for transdisciplinary collaboration (2-page limit)
• Questions and nominations for any position should be sent to the Director of the Brain Health Consortium, Jenny Hsieh, Search Committee Chair at jenny.hsieh@utsa.edu
  
  Additional Information:
• This is a security-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States upon time of hire.
• Tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents approval, and applicants must show a demonstrated commitment.
  
  Cluster Hiring Interview Process
  UTSA aims to bring transdisciplinary and collaborative groups of faculty researchers to the university through its CCP program. As such, the on-campus interview for these positions will be conducted as a collaborative group interview, during which all on-campus candidates for a position will meet with UTSA faculty and staff simultaneously. This collaborative process allows candidates to discuss potential research collaborations with fellow candidates and current UTSA faculty. Additionally, each candidate will be given the chance to present their job talk and engage the faculty, staff and students from their discipline's home department.
  
  Equal Employment Opportunity
  As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
  
  To apply, visit: https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=12574&PostingSeq=1
  
  
  To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=12574&PostingSeq=1
  
  
  
  
  
  
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