Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (Tenured or Tenure Track)

University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Biochemistry; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to advanced research facilities

Collaborative research environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Biochemistry is inviting applications for a faculty position. This role involves developing a recognized research program and teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses. The department values interdisciplinary collaboration and offers state-of-the-art facilities for research.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in biochemistry or a related field, a commitment to inclusive education, and a strong academic record. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research and education in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent academic record and commitment to inclusive instruction and mentoring.
• A vision for an innovative and impactful research program.
• Ability to secure external funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct an extramurally funded research program.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Mentor graduate students and supervise research.
• Participate in faculty governance and public service.

Skills

Research program development

Teaching skills

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in biochemistry or a relevant biological or engineering discipline

Job description

Job Summary

The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Wisconsin–Madison invites applications for a faculty position. Candidates in all areas of biochemistry will be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates in systems and synthetic biology who seek to advance quantitative and predictive understanding of biological systems, including experimental, computational, and engineering approaches that uncover fundamental principles and, in some cases, enable the design and control of biological function. We welcome research that connects molecular mechanisms to cellular and higher‑order biological function across multiple scales.

The successful candidate will join a strong and collaborative department with broad and complementary strengths across the biochemical sciences. Current research areas include systems and synthetic biology, structural biology, metabolism, gene regulation, cell and molecular biology, chemical biology, biophysics, and quantitative and computational approaches to biological systems. The department fosters a highly interactive environment, with a culture of collaboration and intellectual exchange that supports interdisciplinary research and innovation.

The scientific environment at UW–Madison provides exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across the biological sciences, engineering, and data science. Faculty benefit from access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and centers, including high‑throughput genomics, advanced imaging and microscopy, structural biology, mass spectrometry, and computational resources. The university’s collaborative culture and strong cross‑disciplinary programs create a uniquely supportive setting for developing innovative and impactful research programs.

Position Type

Academic (9‑month) tenure‑track (junior) or tenured (mid‑career or senior) faculty position. The successful applicant will be expected to establish an ambitious, externally funded research program and contribute to our core missions of undergraduate and graduate teaching and service.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Developing and directing a well‑recognized and extramurally funded research program
• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses and contributing to curriculum updates and innovations to educate a diverse student body
• Mentoring graduate students and supervising their research
• Participating in departmental and university faculty governance
• Contributing to professional and public service, and participating in interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts with other departments, schools, and colleges

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will have an excellent academic record, a vision for an innovative and impactful research program, the skills to implement it, and a commitment to high quality and inclusive undergraduate and graduate instruction and mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications

None provided.

Education

PhD in biochemistry or a relevant biological science, physical science, or engineering discipline.

Compensation

Negotiable.

Additional Information

The position is part of the Wisconsin Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative. Through accelerated and strategic faculty hiring, research infrastructure enhancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and increased student and educational opportunities, RISE addresses complex societal challenges of importance to the state, nation and world. Building on UW‑Madison’s strengths, RISE expands the University’s successful track record of connecting with communities and industry on collaborative solutions. RISE‑THRIVE, which stands for Transforming Healthspan through Research, InnoVation, and Education, will harness and grow the university’s reputation as a global powerhouse in interdisciplinary health research. RISE‑EARTH, which stands for Environment: Adaptation, Resilience, Technology, and Humanity, will strengthen the university’s ability to address challenges and opportunities related to the environment, translating discoveries into tangible benefits in Wisconsin and beyond.

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW‑Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin‑Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

The University of Wisconsin‑Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.