Co-program Director, AST/ASO/FULL PROF--Department of Neurosurgery, AI Research

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Biomedicine, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Trial, College Level Faculty, Computer Science, Disease Treatment, Fellowship, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Research Laboratory, Training Program, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Gainesville, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago
The University of Florida (UF) is embarking on a campus-wide strategic initiative to hire clusters of faculty members with expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), broadly defined. As part of this initiative, the Department of Neurosurgery is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position focusing on AI applications in brain tumor diagnosis, treatment, and/or health outcomes. Additionally, applications for neurosurgical diseases, i.e. cerebrovascular disease, primary and metastatic tumors treated by stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), etc. where data science, machine learning, and AI applications may improve diagnosis, treatment, and/or disease prevention are of interest. The Lillian S. Wells Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Florida, College of Medicine is committed to providing comprehensive clinical services for the diagnosis, management, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients suffering from diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system, including brain tumors, aneurysms, stroke, epilepsy, functional disorders, and spinal disorders and injuries. Our clinical care mission also extends throughout North Central Florida through regional neurosurgery programs. We offer the full spectrum of neurosurgical and neuro-oncology treatment options for both adults and pediatric patients. Our research labs and investigator-led initiatives and clinical trials are developing promising new treatments for neurological diseases that are extremely difficult to treat with conventional therapies. The Department of Neurosurgery offers education and training programs such as ACGME-accredited neurosurgery residency programs and fellowship programs.
Classification Title:AST/ASO/FULL PROF
Job Description:

The University of Florida (UF) is embarking on a campus-wide strategic initiative to hire clusters of faculty members with expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI), broadly defined. As part of this initiative, the Department of Neurosurgery is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position focusing on AI applications in brain tumor diagnosis, treatment, and/or health outcomes. Additionally, applications for neurosurgical diseases, i.e. cerebrovascular disease, primary and metastatic tumors treated by stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), etc. where data science, machine learning, and AI applications may improve diagnosis, treatment, and/or disease prevention are of interest.

Additional expectations of the position include:

•Maintaining a strong sponsored research program, supervising graduate students, collaborating with other faculty in and outside the department, and being involved in service to the university and the profession.
•Maintaining a strong sponsored research program, supervising graduate students, collaborating with other faculty in and outside the department, and being involved in service to the university and the profession.

This position will be filled at the Assistant, Associate, or Full professor faculty level in the Department of Neurosurgery. The ranking for this position is commensurate with education and experience.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate With Experience

Minimum Requirements:

Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D

Preferred Qualifications:

•Ph.D. or M.D. in Biomedical Sciences or computer science or a related biomedical or quantitative field.
•Proficiency in applying machine learning and AI algorithms to neurological diseases is required.
•Outstanding record of research accomplishments, a strong interest in graduate education, and a commitment to professional service.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For consideration, please complete an application and include a cover letter, resume and the names and email addresses of three to five references. 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No

 

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