Job Details
Assistant Professor Tenure Track Position Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Cardiovascular Institute and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Description
Position: Assistant Professor, Tenure Track – Pediatric Cardiovascular Research
Type: Full-Time, Tenure Track Faculty
Departments: Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Cardiovascular Institute (CHOP CVI) & Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Application Deadline: December 3, 2027
Overview:
CHOP and Penn are seeking candidates with expertise in fundamental or translational research relevant to pediatric cardiovascular disease. The focus areas include cardiac development/regeneration, immune/metabolic origins of cardiovascular disease, heritable cardiac diseases (channelopathies, cardiomyopathies, aortopathies), precision/genetics-based therapeutics, and bioengineering/novel technologies. Candidates may hold an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree.
Responsibilities:
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Research: Establish an independent, extramurally funded research program in pediatric cardiovascular health and disease.
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Teaching: Mentor trainees at multiple career stages, participate in graduate/medical student education, lead lectures or didactic sessions.
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Clinical (if applicable): Outpatient/inpatient consults and attending duties for clinician-scientists; not required for basic scientists.
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Collaborate within CHOP CVI and Penn CVI for translational and clinical research initiatives.
Qualifications:
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M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent.
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Demonstrated potential for independent, high-impact research.
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Commitment to leveraging collaborative and translational research environments.
Benefits & Support:
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Competitive start-up package and laboratory space.
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Protected time for independent research.
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Institutional mentoring and career development resources.
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Affiliation with CHOP and Penn institutes for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Application Instructions:
Apply online via Interfolio.
EEO Statement:
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes.