Assistant Professor-Tenure Track, Department of Biochemistry
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Job Number: 804659
Category: Faculty and Physicians
Job Number: 804659
Category: Faculty and Physicians
The Department of Biochemistry at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center invites applications from candidates for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent and be engaged in innovative research within biochemistry, molecular biology, or at the interface between chemistry and biology. The Department is strongly research-oriented with major programs in synthetic methods, natural products, chemical biology, discovery biology, and drug discovery. We are particularly interested in strong candidates who will complement our existing strengths. UT Southwestern maintains state-of-the-art facilities and employs a faculty that includes four Nobel Laureates and sixteen members of the National Academy of Sciences. The Biochemistry Department offers a vibrant environment for research, generous start-up support, and participation in graduate-level teaching.
Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent and be engaged in innovative research within biochemistry, molecular biology, or at the interface between chemistry and biology.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a concise two-page description of research plans, and three letters of recommendation by October 15, 2024, through apply.interfolio.com/150547. Any questions may be addressed to Dr. Margaret Phillips, Chair, Department of Biochemistry at biochem.search@utsouthwestern.edu.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
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