Univ- Assistant Professor Science Research- Department of Biomedical and Community Health Sciences

Job Description Summary The James

B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine seeks a dynamic and innovative Assistant Professor to develop an independent, externally funded research program focused on wound healing, musculoskeletal repair and regeneration, with a complementary emphasis on alveolar bone regeneration and craniofacial biology. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing fundamental and translational research that improves understanding of tissue regeneration and supports the development of novel therapeutic strategies.

Entity:
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ). Worker Type:
Employee. Worker Sub-Type:
Faculty. Cost Center: CC001136. Basic Science Research Pay Rate Type:
Salary. Pay Grade:
University-00. Pay Range 0.00 - 0.00. Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40.

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Job Description

Position Summary:

The Department seeks a dynamic and innovative Assistant Professor to develop an independent, externally funded research program focused on wound healing, musculoskeletal repair and regeneration, with a complementary emphasis on alveolar bone regeneration and craniofacial biology. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing fundamental and translational research that improves understanding of tissue regeneration and supports the development of novel therapeutic strategies.

• Establish and sustain an independent, externally funded research program in musculoskeletal biology, tissue engineering, and/or regenerative medicine.
• Develop research focused on bone biology, skeletal repair, and craniofacial/alveolar bone regeneration.
• Publish high-impact, peer-reviewed research and present findings at national and international meetings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across basic science, clinical departments, and industry partners.
• Contribute to teaching in predoctoral, postdoctoral, and/or graduate programs in areas such as bone biology, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.
• Mentor students, residents, and research trainees.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees.
• Engage in professional service activities, including peer review, grant panels, and scientific societies.

• PhD, DDS/PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., biomedical sciences, bone biology, tissue engineering, or related discipline).
• Demonstrated research productivity with peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of potential for securing extramural funding.

• Postdoctoral training with a strong focus on musculoskeletal or craniofacial research.
• Experience in areas such as:
  Bone regeneration and remodeling Stem cell biology and regenerative medicine Biomaterials and tissue engineering Mechanisms of skeletal repair and inflammation Emerging or established track record of grant funding (e.g., NIH or equivalent) Interest in translational research and clinical relevance, particularly in oral and craniofacial applications.
• Emerging or established track record of grant funding (e.g., NIH or equivalent).
• Interest in translational research and clinical relevance, particularly in oral and craniofacial applications.

• Musculoskeletal tissue repair and regeneration.
• Alveolar bone biology and regeneration.
• Craniofacial tissue engineering.
• Cellular and molecular mechanisms of bone healing.
• Development of novel therapeutics or biomaterials.

• Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift;
  Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift;
  Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift.
• Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent)
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
• Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches,…