Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology – Research Track, Brain Health & Pain Research

Emory University

. Develop and lead an independent, extramurally funded research program .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and leading independent research programs in brain health and pain science, with a strong focus on securing federal funding and publishing in high-impact journals. Proven ability to mentor and collaborate across disciplines while contributing to translational research initiatives.

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PhD Or Equivalent Doctoral DegreeFederal Research FundingPeer-Reviewed PublicationsMentoring ExperienceTranslational Research Methodology

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Hard Skills

Independent Research ProgramGrant WritingResearch Funding AcquisitionNeuromodulation TechniquesFunctional NeuroimagingElectrophysiologyWearable TechnologiesClinical Trial MethodologyIRB ProcessesRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Oral CommunicationCollaboration SkillsMentoring Skills

Industry Keywords

Brain HealthPain ScienceTranslational ResearchClinical TrialsMulti-PI Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and lead an independent, extramurally funded research program
Align research with departmental and institutional priorities in brain health and/or pain science
Pursue federal, foundation, and industry funding opportunities and maintain continuous grant support
Publish original research in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals
Collaborate with investigators across Emory departments, centers, institutes, and schools
Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and junior faculty
Participate in departmental research operations, seminars, and academic service
Contribute to translational and clinical-trials infrastructure
Explore joint or secondary appointments based on research focus and collaborative interests

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree)
Demonstrated track record of successfully competing for and currently holding federal research funding as principal investigator or major co-investigator
Strong record of peer-reviewed publications commensurate with career stage
Evidence of an independent, focused research program with potential for growth and continued extramural funding
Strong written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to mentor trainees and collaborate across disciplines
Research focus in brain health and/or pain research preferred
Experience with neuromodulation techniques, functional neuroimaging (fMRI), electrophysiology, wearable/biosensor technologies, or translational/clinical trial methodology preferred
Interest in collaborative, multi-PI, or multi-site research initiatives preferred
Prior mentoring experience preferred
Experience with IRB, DSMB, and regulatory processes relevant to human-subjects or translational research preferred
Cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, and three professional references required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and start-up package commensurate with experience and research portfolio
Access to Emory's extensive research infrastructure, including the Translational Neuroscience Core, biostatistics and research-development support, medical illustration, and technical writing/editing services
Highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
Access to major shared facilities and research space
Opportunities for joint/secondary faculty appointments across Emory departments and institutes
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities