Biochemistry (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)

Biochemistry (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)

Posting Number: F-0906
College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering
Home Department: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Employee Group: Tenure-Track Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 9 month (Academic Year)
Position Classification: Tenure Track Faculty
Position Begin Date: 08/18/2025
Position End Date:

Position Summary:

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Central Michigan University, seeks a biochemist or chemist with experience and research interest in the field of biochemistry or chemical biology. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally-funded research program. In addition, the appointee will be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and within the Biochemistry, Cellular, and Molecular Biology ( BCMB ) M.S. and Ph.D. programs. Candidates should be able to teach biochemistry/ BCMB courses as well as advanced courses in their area of specialty.

Required Qualifications:

A Ph.D. is required in biochemistry or chemistry with experience and research interest in the field of biochemistry or chemical biology. The Ph.D. must be earned by the start of the appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant postdoctoral experience is strongly preferred.

Message to Applicants:

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. Application materials including cover letter, vita, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and proposed research agenda should be uploaded with the application. Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee. Please include contact information for three references on your application who may be contacted to supply a letter of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
About the Department:

The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers ACS and ASBMB -accredited undergraduate programs, which feature required capstone research programs. We offer modern facilities and instrumentation in the Dow Science Complex and Biosciences Building (opened in 2016), with recent acquisitions of NMR and mass spectrometry instruments, a biocontainment lab, core facilities for microscopy and flow cytometry, and other major equipment.

Central Michigan University is an R2 doctoral-granting institution with a medical school. This will allow for ample opportunities for research collaborations among relevant CMU departments, as well as external agencies.

Further information on the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is available on the department website .
Posting Begins: 10/24/2024
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes

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Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

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