The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) in Little Rock, Arkansas, is pleased to invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track research faculty position to pursue human biomechanics and kinesiology research focused on orthopaedic patients.

The UAMS Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is a thriving academic practice with a dynamic research environment committed to advancing orthopaedic biomechanics, improving patient outcomes, and educating students. The department has state-of-the-art research facilities and has a strong record of publication. UAMS is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving the health, health care, and well-being of Arkansans.

 UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks:

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Salary and Rank: Commensurate with applicant’s experience and qualifications.

Candidates should submit via email a curriculum vitae, 1-page cover letter describing interest, 2-page research statement, and 2 samples of recent publication to C. Lowry Barnes, M.D., Professor and Chair, UAMS Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at CLBarnes@uams.edu

To be considered for this position, candidates must also create a profile using the “apply for this job online” link below.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• This exciting research faculty position offers the opportunity to lead the department’s Human Motion Laboratory, focused on orthopaedic biomechanics, including in-vivo joint mechanics, human motion, musculoskeletal modeling,  and patient functional analysis. The successful candidate will be able to achieve independent research funding and participate in training doctoral and post-doctoral students.
• In addition, the successful candidate will support the overall research effort in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery by collaborating with our surgical clinicians on projects of shared interest.  UAMS has a nationally-renowned multidisciplinary community of musculoskeletal researchers; Orthopaedic Surgery partners with this community, which includes teams focused on bone and joint infections, nanotechnology and bone regeneration, and osteoporosis prevention and treatment.
• The selected candidate will be provided a competitive start-up package and responsibility for the human motion lab space, with a Vicon 10-camera system, 16-channel Delsys EMG system, 4 AMTI force plates, Novel pressure mapping system, 6 XSENS IMUs, and a Humac isokinetic test machine.

Doctorate degree required. Must have completed a highly productive post-doctoral fellowship at an accredited institution. Priority will be given to those candidates with established prominence and scientific leadership in orthopaedic biomechanics, kinesiology, and/or exercise physiology.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).