Department of Medicine Junior Investigator
Northwestern University
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years
- Must know
- Patient care
- Work
- On-site in Chicago
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
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- Listed
- Nov 8, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Department of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a full-time tenure-track Investigator at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. The faculty appointment will be in the Department of Medicine in a division aligned with the candidate’s training and interests.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a funded clinical or basic research program.
- Involvement in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Participation in other academic activities.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Independent grant funding at the time of start date.
- Strong and/or developing record of peer-reviewed publications demonstrating research productivity.
- Ability to obtain extramural funding support.
Qualifications
- Hold an MD, PhD, or MD/PhD degree.
- For applicants with a clinical component: Hold or be eligible for medical licensure in Illinois.
- For applicants with a clinical component: Possess either an MD or MD/PhD degree and board certification.