Assistant Professor of Biochemistry - Neuroscience
About The Position
The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience. We are seeking talented applicants qualified for an assistant professor position. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration. The successful candidate will also be a part of the Institute for Applied Life Sciences (IALS), which has a primary goal of developing translational research programs, fostering interactions with industry, and training of an applied life sciences workforce. We seek candidates with expertise in the molecular and cellular mechanisms of brain development, aging, and neurological disorders. We are especially interested in candidates who use molecular, biochemical, genetic, and cellular approaches applied to specific models and/or systems to investigate the nervous system and its translation to human health and disease. The successful candidate will complement and extend existing departmental strengths in synapse biology, learning and memory, and neurodegeneration. New faculty members will be able to take full advantage of the IALS substantial investments in campus infrastructure and core facilities. This is a full-time (9-month academic year) tenure-track position. The successful candidate must have outstanding potential to build a vibrant, externally funded, active research program, effectively teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to service in support of the department and college.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or equivalent in Life Sciences or a related field.
- Relevant post-doctoral experience.
- Outstanding potential to build a vibrant, externally funded, active research program.
- Ability to effectively teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Ability to contribute to service in support of the department and college.
Nice To Haves
- Highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration under exceptional circumstances.
Responsibilities
- Build a vibrant, externally funded, active research program.
- Effectively teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
- Contribute to service in support of the department and college.
- Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, equality and inclusiveness.
- Work in partnership with colleagues within the CNS community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College of Natural Sciences.
Benefits
- Full-time (9-month academic year) tenure-track position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
