Created | 04/25/2024 |
Reference | 240063653 |
Country | United States |
State | Kentucky |
City | Lexington |
Zip | 40502 |
Salary | - |
University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleAssistant, Associate, or Professor in Molecular and Cellular BiochemistryRequisition NumberFE03653Working TitleDepartment Name7H180:Molecular and Cellular BiochemistryWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track StatusTenure TrackRequired Education
Ph.D., MD, or equivalent degree.
Required Related Experience
Post-doctoral experience in biochemistry or a related field.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Job Summary
The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the
ASSISTANT,
ASSOCIATE, or
FULL professor level. Candidates must possess a Ph.D., MD or equivalent degree. Senior applicants must have an active, extramurally funded research program. For junior applicants, extramural funding is not required. Competitive start-up funds and appropriate space will be offered.
We are particularly interested in candidates whose research area complements existing departmental strengths in the structural and cellular biology of cardiovascular, neurological, and metabolic diseases as well as cancer. Translational research programs that encompass aspects of both basic and clinical research are of special interest. The Department offers a stimulating and collaborative environment, with a strong graduate program, and shared, state-of-the-art equipment. Our present research funding is ranked in the top 20, nationally. The University of Kentucky houses an
NCI-designated Cancer Center, a federally supported Alzheimer’s Disease Center, and a Clinical and Translational Science Award. In addition, the University is undergoing a significant expansion of its biomedical research program.
Evaluation of applicants will begin September 1st, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Required application materials include a cover letter,
curriculum vitae, description of current and future research ( 5 pages with a ½ page abstract) (Specific request 1), teaching philosophy ( 2 pages) (Specific Request 2), and the names of three references. Inquiries may be directed to the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee at:
biochem@uky.edu.
For further information about the Department, please visit:
https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/biochemistry/.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to ApplyOpen Until FilledYesUniversity Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Employer | University of Kentucky |