Tenure-track position

Tenure-track position at the BGU Azrieli National Centre for Autism and Neurodevelopment Research

We are seeking candidates for an open rank tenure track position at the Azrieli National Centre for Autism and Neurodevelopment Research, which is part of Ben Gurion University in Beer Sheva. The center was mandated by the Ministry of Science and Technology to lead autism research in Israel and create a national autism database.

Autism research at the center includes, but is not limited to, genetics, environmental risk factors, neurophysiology, behavior, intervention, and development of relevant technologies with a strong focus on translating research into clinical impact. The center collaborates with the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, national health maintenance organizations, autism services providers, parent organizations, pharma, and biomed companies.

We are seeking an exceptional researcher with a proven track record of studying autism.

Fields of expertise may include physiology, molecular and cellular biology, genetics, neuroscience, psychology, education, medicine, public health, computer science, biomedical engineering, or other closely related fields. Candidates must have a PhD degree and post-doctoral training with clear publications focused on autism research.

Applicants will first be interviewed and selected by the autism center search committee and then recruited to the relevant department at BGU. Applicants will be expected to build an independent research program focused on autism and take an active role in the management and expansion of the autism center.

Competitive start-up funds and extraordinary research resources are available at the autism center for exceptional candidates. Please send CV, cover letter, and up to 3 relevant publications to Prof. Ilan Dinstein at [email protected]