Assistant Professor, Biochemistry — Molecular Frontiers

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University’s Department of Biochemistry invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Candidates are expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program and contribute to the education and mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral trainees.

Research should address biomedical problems at the molecular level. We value investigators who integrate RNA/DNA biology, signaling, protein folding, structural biology, and chemical biology,

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) required.
• Evidence of outstanding research discovery.
• Compelling vision for future research program.
• Experience in mentoring, teaching, and service valued.

Responsibilities

• Establish a vigorous, externally funded research program.
• Contribute to education and mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral trainees.
• Address biomedical problems at the molecular level using innovative approaches.
• Collaborate with faculty across areas such as RNA/DNA biology, signaling, protein folding, structural biology, and chemical biology.

Skills

Mentoring

Teaching

Grant writing

Research leadership

Education

Terminal degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent)

Job description

Vanderbilt University’s Department of Biochemistry invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. Candidates are expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded research program and contribute to the education and mentorship of graduate students and postdoctoral trainees.

Research should address biomedical problems at the molecular level. We value investigators who integrate RNA/DNA biology, signaling, protein folding, structural biology, and chemical biology,