Associate Professor in Epigenetics

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania seeks an Associate Professor in Epigenetics to join its prestigious faculty. This role involves leading an independent research program and contributing to the education of graduate and medical students, focusing on cutting-edge technologies in epigenetics and related areas. Candidates should possess an M.D. and/or Ph.D. and have a strong track record of research and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Expertise in mass spectrometry, chemical biology, or related fields.
• Track record of research funding and independent research.
• Interest in epigenetics, gene regulation, and biology of the cell nucleus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and develop an independent research program.
• Contribute to graduate and medical school education.
• Engage in collaborative research within the community.

Skills

Mass Spectrometry/Proteomics

Single Molecule Imaging

High Resolution Imaging

Chemical Biology

Biophysics

Structural Biology

Genomics

Systems-Level Approaches

Education

M.D. and/or Ph.D.

Job description

Associate Professor in Epigenetics


Location: Philadelphia, PA
Open Date: Aug 22, 2023
Deadline: Aug 22, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Penn Institute for Epigenetics in partnership with the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Associate Professor position in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of mass spectrometry/proteomics, single molecule and high resolution imaging and microscopy, chemical biology, biophysics, structural biology, genomics, and/or systems-level approaches. Applicants must have an M.D and/or Ph.D.

The faculty appointment will be in the Biochemistry and Biophysics department, or an appropriate department in the Perelman School of Medicine that is consistent with the scientific expertise of the successful candidate.

Associate Professor applicants will be expected to show evidence of an independent and externally-funded research program.

Teaching responsibilities may include contributing to graduate and medical school education of the University.

Research or scholarship responsibilities may include having a track record of developing and using cutting-edge technologies and interest in applying such technologies to the fields of epigenetics, gene regulation, and biology of the cell nucleus. Particular areas of interest include: mass spectrometry/proteomics, single molecule and high resolution imaging and microscopy, chemical biology, biophysics, structural biology, genomics, and/or systems-level approaches. We are interested in outstanding and innovative individuals who will be engaged members of our highly collaborative community.

To ensure full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply by October 15, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a 2-page statement of research interests, as well as 3 letters of reference. Please address to Search Committee, Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics/Penn Epigenetics Institute.


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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.










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