Assistant Professor

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemical Physiology & Biochemistry at the Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon, USA invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position in two of the department's areas of excellence, namely chemical biology and physiology. Competitive applicants will be those working on molecular techniques that will further our understanding of diseases and their underlying mechanisms. Preference will be given to applicants with a research record in organic chemistry/chemical biology, neurophysiology, endocrinology and metabolism, or organ physiology with the demonstrated ability to acquire independent funding. Further priority will be given to candidates who have a track record of supporting diverse teams and inclusive research. We seek an individual with a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and a track record of excellent publications, who will develop an independent and vibrant research program, collaborate well with the current investigators and contribute to the teaching of diverse graduate students. OHSU offers a highly interactive research environment and immediate access to core facilities for various imaging modalities, cryo-electron microscopy, deep sequencing, proteomics, metabolomics, biophysics, and more.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
• Track record of excellent publications.
• Track record of independent publications.
• Demonstrated potential for obtaining funding.
• Research focus will align with the candidate’s expertise and the department’s areas of excellence in chemical biology and/or physiology.

Nice To Haves

• Research record in organic chemistry/chemical biology, neurophysiology, endocrinology and metabolism, or organ physiology with the demonstrated ability to acquire independent funding.
• Track record of supporting diverse teams and inclusive research.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent and vibrant research program.
• Collaborate well with current investigators.
• Contribute to the teaching of diverse graduate students.

Benefits

• Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents.
• $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee.
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from.
• Paid time off - 208 hours per year, prorated for part-time.
• Extended illness bank - 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time.
• 9 paid holidays per year.
• Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare service discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree