The Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute (ZNI) is recruiting a candidate to fill a tenure-track position. The ZNI, which is supported by major funding from W.M. Keck Foundation and other significant philanthropic sources, is housed in a recently completed facility of 125,000 gsf. The goal of the ZNI is to catalyze a major expansion in basic neuroscience research at the Keck School of Medicine (KSOM). We seek an outstanding candidate with an innovative research program studying molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration as it pertains to protein homeostasis including protein misfolding, aggregation, or degradation. We welcome applicants from a variety of fields, including but not limited to, structural biology, imaging, biochemistry, or model systems.

The successful candidate will receive a generous start-up package and will become part of an active and growing research group within the ZNI. The successful candidate will have an academic appointment in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology or the Cell and Neurobiology department of the Keck School of Medicine and will participate in the scientific and teaching activities of the department.

Only online applications will be accepted: www.usc.edu/znirecruit. Please reference Job ID MMN12 and be prepared to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research statement, and to identify three individuals who can provide letters of recommendations. Once your submission is complete, you and those who submit letters of recommendation will receive separate confirmations via email.

USC values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply.