Assistant Professor of Biochemistry - Protein Homeostasis

UMass Amherst•Amherst, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst invites applications for a full time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank. 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 are interested in any aspect of molecular or biochemical processes using quantitative, computational, or structural approaches broadly defined. Of particular focus is the identification of innovative candidates who are exploring questions focused on the synthesis, folding, degradation and trafficking of proteins, collectively referred to as protein homeostasis, focusing on human health or disease. This translational focus can be specific (e.g. Alzheimer's Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Gaucher's) or general such as neurodegeneration, cancer, metabolic or protein aggregation. Candidates with research interests that augment our existing strengths in protein homeostasis at the Department and University level are especially sought. New faculty members will be able to take full advantage of the IALS substantial investments in campus infrastructure and core facilities. The successful candidates will have a Ph.D., postdoctoral experience, and outstanding potential to build a vibrant, active research program and actively contribute to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level. This is a full-time (9-month academic year) tenure-track position. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., postdoctoral experience, and outstanding potential to build a vibrant, active research program and to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Requirements

Ph.D. or equivalent in Life Sciences or a related field with relevant post-doctoral experience.
Outstanding potential to build a vibrant, active research program.
Outstanding potential to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Ability to foster respectful collaboration, support student success, and contribute to an inclusive academic environment.

Nice To Haves

Research interests that augment our existing strengths in protein homeostasis at the Department and University level.

Responsibilities

Actively contribute to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
Build a vibrant, active research program.
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.