The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.

The Saban Research Institute at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, in collaboration with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, seeks to hire an outstanding scientist at the rank of assistant professor (tenure track). The candidate must have substantial experience in human imaging, with specific expertise in structural and functional imaging during prenatal development and in infants. Knowledge in computer and electrical engineering applicable to advanced data acquisition and analyses is highly desirable. One particular emphasis should be on determining the adaptive changes in brain and placental structure and function due to cardiac anomalies.

Applicants should have an outstanding record of research and scholarly accomplishments, including success in obtaining grants from the National Institutes of Health, other federal agencies, as well as non-profit organizations. Applicants also should have record of establishing collaborations across disciplines. Those candidates with a strong interest in translational neuroscience are encouraged to apply.

Education Requirements: Candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree.

Qualifications and Experience: Candidates must have the following:

• A minimum of 5 years of postgraduate research experience
• Computer engineering expertise
• A track record of participating in a national research consortium
• Direct evidence of establishing an extramurally funded, independent research program
• Experience in mentoring trainees and early career investigators
• A track record of excellence with first and senior author peer-review publications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in working productively in a team science environment

Application Procedure:

Submit a brief cover letter, curriculum vitae, a research plan of no more than 2 pages. The position is available immediately. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Qualified individuals are requested to apply online at https:/usccareers.edu, and are requested to upload a current curriculum vitae, a letter of intent/personal statement, including teaching and mentoring philosophy, a description of his/her research and experience relevant to the position, and a list of the names and current contact information for five individuals who will serve as professional references.

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and The University of Southern California is actively committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion within its faculty hiring practices. Women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is a nonprofit institution that provides pediatric health care to tens of thousands of children annually. The Saban Research Institute (TSRI) is a nationally recognized pediatric research enterprise that houses basic, translational and clinical research programs in the brain sciences and neurodevelopmental disorders, neonatology, oncology and blood diseases, cardiac, kidney, liver and gastrointestinal diseases, obesity and diabetes, stem cells and regenerative medicine, infectious diseases and diseases of the visual system. CHLA scientists are faculty at the University of Southern California, thus providing a large university research partner for facilitating innovative research efforts that impact children at our hospital and around the world.

The annual base salary range for this position is 125,000-$200,000.  When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Academic appointment through USC Keck School of Medicine is available at a level appropriate to training and experience. USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CHLA and USC greatly values diversity and are committed to building a vibrant and culturally diverse community of faculty that best reflects the patients and families that we serve. Individuals from underrepresented groups in medicine are especially encouraged to apply.