Assistant Professor - Chemist Biochemistry

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs through TRS

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in organic chemistry within the Department of Biochemistry. The department emphasizes synthetic chemistry, chemical biology, and drug discovery, and candidates should hold a Ph.D.

or equivalent with innovative research in organic chemistry. Responsibilities include building an independent, externally funded research program in biochemistry or related fields, mentoring graduate

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent required.
• Research in organic chemistry including synthesis, chemical biology, and computation.
• Experience mentoring students and teaching at the graduate level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, externally funded research program in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related disciplines.
• Mentor graduate trainees and collaborate with faculty.
• Contribute to graduate-level teaching and departmental service.

Skills

Organic chemistry

Synthesis

Chemical biology

Computational studies

Teaching/mentoring

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in Chemistry/related field

Job description

The Department of Biochemistry at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center invites applications from candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in organic chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The department is strongly research-focused with major programs in synthetic chemistry, chemical biology, and drug discovery. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent and be engaged in innovative research within organic chemistry, including synthesis, chemical biology, and computational studies.

Job duties: Conduct an independent, externally funded research program in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related disciplines. Mentor graduate trainees, collaborate with faculty, participate in graduate-level teaching, and contribute to departmental service.

UTSouthwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. Asan equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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