Assistant Professor of Biochemistry - Dallas, United States - UT Southwestern Medical Center

Description

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 metabolism and metabolic regulation, cancer biology, parasite biology, carbohydrate biochemistry, chemical biology, chemistry and drug discovery.

We are particularly interested in strong candidates who wish to study molecular mechanisms of important biological processes and 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.

Applicants should apply online, submit a curriculum vitae , and a concise two page description of research plans by
October 31, 2023 through
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Any questions may be addressed to Dr. Margaret Phillips, Chair, Department of Biochemistry at .

Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule. Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

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.

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