Research Assistant Professor FRI Biomedical Chemistry

State University of New York • Binghamton, NY

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About The Position

The Research Assistant Professor position at Binghamton University is a full-time, non-tenure track role that combines teaching and research within the First-year Research Immersion (FRI) program. This unique position focuses on empowering faculty to grow as research educators and mentors while guiding undergraduate students through authentic research experiences in Biomedical Chemistry. The role requires a strong background in biochemistry and related fields, with responsibilities including curriculum design, student mentorship, and maintaining an active research program.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in a discipline matching the theme for the research stream (biochemistry or related fields)
• Advanced experimental design and technical skills that align with the research stream
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience in higher education
• Ability to train undergraduate researchers and evaluate their work
• Ability to train, evaluate and supervise undergraduate peer mentor assistants
• Ability to manage a research laboratory
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and timelines simultaneously
• Strong professional and organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to analyze and organize information and materials for various research projects

Responsibilities

• Serve as instructor for stream FRI courses and hold weekly lab hours to mentor teams in research
• Continually develop, maintain and revise stream curriculum
• Supervise, train and manage undergraduate peer mentors (UGPMs)
• Maintain research computer lab and budget
• Perform research in conjunction with stream students
• Collaborate with faculty and relevant collaborators on research projects
• Disseminate research results
• Participate in FRI program events and committees
• Support students in continuing efforts and activities post-FRI program experience
• Attend and actively participate in FRI faculty/staff meetings
• Facilitate formative and summative assessments of the research stream and FRI students
• Actively participate in research and educational professional development activities

Benefits

• Start-up funds
• Non-tenure promotion pathway
• Annual travel budget

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree