Assistant Professor

CHARMM-GUI; Hopkins (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed medical institution in Hopkins is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry. Candidates should hold a PhD or MD, showcasing a strong publication record and the ability to develop an independent research program while engaging in teaching. The role emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion within the academic community. Applications must include a cover letter and multiple supporting documents, with the deadline set for October 15, 2021.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a PhD or MD and a strong publication record.
• Expected to develop an independent research program.
• Commitment to teaching and promoting diversity is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent and exciting research program.
• Engage in graduate and medical student teaching.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive biomedical community.

Skills

Research in biophysics

Teaching commitment

Diversity promotion

Education

PhD or MD

Job description

CHARMM is a versatile program for atomic-level simulation of
many-particle systems, particularly macromolecules of
biological interest. - M. Karplus

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Description

The Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Scientists in the Department work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment fostered by interactions among the nine basic science departments in the Institute for Basic Biomedical Sciences and with colleagues in clinical departments. Current faculty have expertise in areas including cryo EM, x-ray crystallography, NMR, computation, single molecule biophysics, and protein biochemistry. We seek outstanding scientists who are addressing fundamental biological problems at a mechanistic level and whose research either complements or expands existing strengths in the department. Diversity and inclusion are core values at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and in the Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry at all levels, including faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff. For more information about the department, please visit our web site at http://biophysics.med.jhmi.edu.

Candidates should have a PhD or MD and a strong publication record. The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent, exciting research program, display a commitment to excellence in teaching by participating in graduate and medical student teaching, and demonstrate a commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive biomedical community.

The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic. The university is committed to providing qualified individuals access to all academic and employment programs, benefits and activities on the basis of demonstrated ability, performance and merit without regard to personal factors that are irrelevant to the program involved.

How to Apply

Applicants should apply online at http://apply.interfolio.com/91871 and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, 1-page summary of research accomplishments, 2-page description of future plans, and a 1-page statement detailing how their teaching, service and/or scholarship will advance the department’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and support the success of trainees from backgrounds underrepresented in science. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be uploaded by the deadline of October 15, 2021.Questions?Please contact Dr. Jie Xiao, Search Chair, at [e-mail], and cc Catherine Kates, Administrative Assistant, at [e-mail].