Assistant/Associate Professor
Medical College of Wisconsin
About the Role
The Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and Marquette University (MU) seeks two new faculty members for its expanding department. Both positions are located at the MCW campus in Milwaukee, WI. The department is composed of nationally and internationally renowned faculty and staff committed to biomedical engineering research and education.
Position Highlights
We are seeking applicants whose research aligns with MCW’s strategic research priorities, including:
- Clinical & Translational Research (clinical trials, implementation science, outcomes, population health, and T1-T4 studies)
- Therapeutics (drug discovery, gene therapy, target identification, devices and commercialization)
- Informatics & Modelling (artificial intelligence, big data, predictive and computational modelling)
- NAMs (new approach methodologies, specifically non-animal models)
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Develop an independent, competitive, and externally funded research program.
- Participate in the teaching and service missions of the Department.
- Provide inspirational leadership in research and teaching.
- Engage in collaborative opportunities within the Joint Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop an independent, competitive, and externally funded research program.
- Participate in the teaching and service missions of the Department.
- Provide inspirational leadership in research and teaching.
- Engage in collaborative opportunities within the Joint Department.
Department/Division Highlights
The Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering combines the engineering education and research strengths of Marquette University with the medical research and clinical practice expertise of the Medical College of Wisconsin. This partnership supports aspiring biomedical engineers, scientists, and physicians. The department has established partnerships with centers and institutes across MCW, including:
- Children’s Research Institute
- Cardiovascular Research Center
- Center for Cancer Discovery
- Neuroscience Research Center
- Wisconsin Institute for Neuroscience
- Center for Imaging Research
- Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center
The successful candidate is expected to leverage and build upon these partnerships to develop impactful and collaborative research and training programs.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated ability or a proven record of teaching biomedical engineering courses.
- Rank (assistant or associate professor) will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful finalist.
Documents Required
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- List of at least four references with complete contact information
Contact Information
For more information, please reach out to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Brian Stemper (bstemper@mcw.edu).