Research Scientist – Search Number 2017-1229

We are writing to ask for your assistance in identifying a Research Scientist to join the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery within the UConn Musculoskeletal Institute at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the tenure track.  We are searching for an outstanding individual working in skeletal cell biology and wanting to make a difference in the field of musculoskeletal research.  A Ph.D. or an M.D. degree is required. 

Candidates’ research should be aimed at addressing fundamental questions related to cellular, molecular or physiological mechanisms of the skeletal system.  We are particularly interested in individuals currently funded by the National Institutes of Health.

The University of Connecticut School of Medicine has a highly interactive research environment with interdisciplinary graduate and medical science training programs.  The Musculoskeletal Institute offers a collegial environment and houses investigators working on various aspects of skeletal cell biology and biomechanics of bone.  There is ample opportunity to interact/work with basic and physician scientists, including orthopaedic surgeons, a spine clinician scientist and osteoporosis specialists.  Appropriate laboratory space and a start-up package will be offered.

Candidates for the Research Scientist position can apply to Job Search 2017-1229 or contact canalis@uchc.edu and imoss@uchc.edu. 

Thank you for your assistance on this important search.

Sincerely,

Isaac L. Moss, MD, MASc, FRCSC Associate Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery Interim Chair, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery imoss@uchc.edu

Ernesto Canalis, MD Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery and Medicine Director, Center for Skeletal Research canalis@uchc.edu

Ernesto Canalis  |  Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery and Medicine

Director, Center for Skeletal Research
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery  |  UConn Health
263 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06030-4037
Office: 860.679.7978 ; 860.679.6622 |  Fax: 860.679.1474

canalis@uchc.edu