UNIV - Open Rank Faculty - Department of Biochemistry

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at MUSC Health seeks applications for faculty positions at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and expertise in biochemistry and molecular biology.

Successful candidates will independently perform research, manage experiments, and contribute to publications. This role emphasizes developing scientific understanding and providing guidance to students and new researchers.

Qualifications

• Applicant must have a Ph.D. degree in Science.
• Applicant must submit his CV, research statement, and cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Carry out independent research projects.
• Conduct complex experiments efficiently.
• Evaluate experimental results and troubleshoot.

Skills

Molecular and biochemical techniques

Ability to analyze experimental data

Ability to train new researchers

Education

Ph.D. degree in Science

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology is inviting applications for faculty positions at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels with research expertise in all fields of biochemistry and molecular biology.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty

Cost Center

CC000952 COM BIOCHEM Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

MUSC Training and Experience Requirements:

• Applicant must have a Ph.D. degree in Science.
• Applicant must submit his CV, research statement and cover letter.

Additional Knowledge, Skill, Ability Preferred

• The successful candidate will independently carry out the research projects and efficiently and productively conduct complex experiments.
• Ability to independently plan and perform the research projects without supervision.
• Demonstrated skills in cellular, molecular, and biochemical techniques.
• Ability to evaluate the experimental results and troubleshoot problems.
• Ability to analyze the experimental data and write the manuscripts for publication.
• Ability to maintain an up-to-date, organized, and legible lab notebook that records all experiments and tests in detail.
• Ability to train new postdoctoral fellows, technicians, and graduate students.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift)

Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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