Florida International University (FIU) is a renowned public university that fosters talent and innovation in Miami and globally. With a focus on environment, health, innovation, and justice, FIU combines high research activity (R1) with social mobility to uplift and accelerate student success. With two campuses and multiple centers, FIU serves a diverse student body of over 56,000 students and boasts 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks numerous FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Moreover, Washington Monthly Magazine recognizes FIU as one of the top 20 public universities that contribute to the public good.

Currently, FIU is undergoing significant expansion efforts to become a top 50 public research university. In line with this growth, the FIU Center for Translational Science (FIU-CTS) in Port St. Lucie, FL, is seeking qualified candidates with research expertise in areas such as Cardiopulmonary Disease, Stroke, Aging, Cell Metabolomics, and Metabolism; Inflammation, Infection, and Immunity; Bioinformatics, and Biomedical Engineering. Located adjacent to the Cleveland Clinic Florida Research and Innovation Center and the Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital, this position offers opportunities for joint research and collaboration within FIU-Cleveland Clinic research programs. The FIU-CTS in Port St. Lucie is approximately a 2-hour drive from the main campus in Miami and maintains close communication and collaboration through teleconferencing and seminar facilities. The vibrant communities of Port St. Lucie, Pembroke Pines, and West Palm Beach offer excellent school systems and housing options for prospective faculty members.

Successful candidates for this open rank faculty position are expected to hold a PhD and/or an MD with post-doctoral training in a related field. They will be responsible for developing and sustaining a robust research program, including securing external funding, producing peer-reviewed scholarly work, and establishing national and international collaborations. Additionally, candidates will support and mentor graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. FIU offers a competitive salary and start-up package for faculty members with significant research funding.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their application to Job Opening ID 531545 at https://facultycareers.fiu.edu/. The application should include a cover letter expressing interest in conducting research at FIU-CTS, a comprehensive curriculum vitae detailing past and current extramural funding, and a statement outlining research accomplishments and future plans, preferably as a single pdf file. The search committee may request references from at least three individuals. The review process will continue until the position is filled.

FIU is part of the State University System of Florida and is committed to equal opportunity and access. As an Affirmative Action Employer, FIU provides fair consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status