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MUSC

UNIV - Open Rank - Pain & Addiction Research - Department of Neuroscience

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A Clinical Investigator works on a clinical trial, and is responsible for ensuring that an investigation is conducted according to the signed investigator statement, the investigational plan, and applicable regulations; for protecting the rights, safety, and welfare of subjects under the investigator's care; and for the control of drugs under investigation. The Clinical Investigator must also meet requirements set forth by the FDA, EMA or other regulatory body. The qualifications must be outlined in a current resume and readily available for auditors.

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Job Description Summary The Department of Neuroscience at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a tenure-track professor in the research area of substance use disorders. Major topics of research interest include systems biology, opioid signaling, chronic pain, in vivo brain recordings, and neuronal circuit plasticity in preclinical models of pain and drug misuse. Applicants should have a PhD and/or MD with appropriate research expertise and are expected to possess an outstanding record of high-quality publications, a strong potential to secure extramural research funding, and a clear commitment to promoting workplace diversity in all its forms. The Neuroscience Department consistently ranks in the top 20 in NIH awards. Successful candidates will benefit from a highly collaborative research environment and a competitive start-up package in a basic science department that contains nearly $17 million in extramural grant awards, active core facilities, and a strong commitment to faculty mentoring and collegiality. The department's strong addiction research focus includes a
NIAAA P50
Charleston Alcohol Research Center, a successful PhD graduate program, and two NIH-funded (NIDA, NIAAA) T32 training grants for pre
  • and postdoctoral scholars studying addiction sciences. MUSC is located in the coastal city of Charleston, SC
  • a city known for its arts and culture, higher education, architecture, top-rated restaurants, and beautiful beaches.
Charleston receives perennial honors as a most desirable place to visit and live. Applicants should submit a CV, a 3-page statement of research interests, and contact information for three professional references to Kristen Mulholland (mulhollk@musc.edu). Please reference "Pain & Addiction faculty search" in the subject line. Applications submitted before September 1, 2026 will receive full consideration. Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC
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Work Shift Job Description Job Description Summary:
The Department of Neuroscience at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) invites applications for a tenure-track professor in the research area of substance use disorders. Major topics of research interest include systems biology, opioid signaling, chronic pain, in vivo brain recordings, and neuronal circuit plasticity in preclinical models of pain and drug misuse. Applicants should have a PhD and/or MD with appropriate research expertise and are expected to possess an outstanding record of high-quality publications, a strong potential to secure extramural research funding, and a clear commitment to promoting workplace diversity in all its forms. The Neuroscience Department consistently ranks in the top 20 in NIH awards. Successful candidates will benefit from a highly collaborative research environment and a competitive start-up package in a basic science department that contains nearly $17 million in extramural grant awards, active core facilities, and a strong commitment to faculty mentoring and collegiality. The department's strong addiction research focus includes a
NIAAA P50
Charleston Alcohol Research Center, a successful PhD graduate program, and two NIH-funded (NIDA, NIAAA) T32 training grants for pre
  • and postdoctoral scholars studying addiction sciences. MUSC is located in the coastal city of Charleston, SC
  • a city known for its arts and culture, higher education, architecture, top-rated restaurants, and beautiful beaches.
Charleston receives perennial honors as a most desirable place to visit and live. Applicants should submit a CV, a 3-page statement of research interests, and contact information for three professional references to Kristen Mulholland (mulhollk@musc.edu). Please reference "Pain & Addiction faculty search" in the subject line. Applications submitted before September 1, 2026, will receive full consideration.
Minimum Requirements :
PhD/MD or equivalent
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The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 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 job functions 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, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees