Assistant / Associate Professor, Department of Cell & Developmental Biology

Nature Careers; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position. Candidates should have a PhD and relevant postdoctoral experience in cell biology, with responsibilities including research program development and student education. This role is vital for expanding the department's contributions to diverse scientific areas, including cancer research.

Benefits

Excellent health and retirement benefits

Competitive start-up funds

Collaborative research environment

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree required.
• Postdoctoral experience in cell biology or related field.
• Established track record of funding (for Associate Professor).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain extramurally funded research program.
• Participate in education of medical and graduate students.
• Contribute to collaborative research community.

Skills

Research Productivity

Cell Biology

Teaching

Education

PhD in Cell Biology or related field

Job description

Assistant / Associate Professor, Department of Cell & Developmental Biology

SUNY Upstate Medical University Syracuse, New York

The Department of Cell & Developmental Biology at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant / Associate Professor level. Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree and postdoctoral experience in cell biology or a related field.

Candidates at the Associate Professor level should also have an established track record of funding and research productivity. Applicants with interests in all areas of cell and developmental biology are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to research broadly related to cancer.

Successful candidates are expected to develop and maintain a vigorous extramurally funded research program and participate in the education of medical and graduate students. This position will complement additional anticipated faculty hires as part of an expansion effort.

Position Details

This position is state-supported with excellent health and retirement benefits, and competitive start-up funds. The department provides a collaborative research community with strengths in:

1. Developmental and disease models
2. Cell motility and the cytoskeleton
3. Mechanobiology

Excellent resources include state-of-the-art imaging facilities and outstanding institutional core facilities. To learn more, visit http://www.upstate.edu/cdb.

Location & Community

Located in central NY, Syracuse offers a diverse, dynamic, and affordable metropolitan environment with easy access to recreational opportunities in the Adirondack Mountains and the Finger Lakes. Proximity to Syracuse University and SUNY ESF campuses fosters productive scientific interactions and collaborative funding opportunities.

Application Process

Please apply online to job #73035 at https://www.upstate.edu/hr/jobs (include the names and contact information of three references). Your application should include:

1. A cover letter
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A research statement (up to three pages) summarizing accomplishments and future plans

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At SUNY Upstate Medical University, we strive to promote a professional environment that encourages diverse perspectives from faculty members with varied life experiences. Respect for diversity is a core value. We are committed to recruiting and supporting a vibrant community of faculty, staff, and students, and actively seek applications from women and underrepresented groups to enhance our university’s diversity in support of our teaching, research, and clinical missions.