Assistant Professor - BioChem/Molecular Biology

Assistant Professor - BioChem/Molecular Biology

Applications must be submitted through the University's online employment system, "USCJobs", at Applications must include: (1) a cover letter indicating the area of expertise, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) research plans (5-6 pages), (4) a statement of teaching interests, and (5) the contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Qun Lu (View email address on click.appcast.io).

Posting Details

Posting Number - FAC00126PO24

Advertised Title - Assistant Professor - BioChem/Molecular Biology

Campus - Columbia

College/Division - College of Arts and Sciences

Department - CAS Chemistry and Biochemistry

Advertised Salary Range - We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time - Full Time

Hours per Week - 40

Position Category - Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis - 9 months

Work County - Richland

Tenure Information - Tenure-Track/Tenured

Job Search Category - Faculty

About USC

About University of South Carolina - From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

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Position Description - We are seeking exceptional applicants with a strong research background in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology to join our department. Successful candidates are expected to develop a cutting-edge, externally funded research program that integrates with the SmartState Center in Neurotherapeutics at USC. Successful applicants will provide evidence of or show potential for making meaningful contributions to the department's teaching mission at both undergraduate and graduate levels, especially in courses related to their area of expertise and in line with departmental strengths. Additionally, successful applicants will provide service to the University, profession, and community.

Required Education and Experience - Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemical biology, molecular biology, or a related discipline plus a minimum of 2 years of postdoctoral experience by the start date of employment.

Preferred Qualifications - Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemical biology, molecular biology, or a related discipline plus a minimum of 2 years of postdoctoral experience by the start date of employment. Research areas of special interest include, but are not limited to, neurochemistry, neurogenetics, genomics, proteomics, and transcriptomics.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date - 08/16/2025

Job Open Date - 07/24/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

EEO Statement - The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References and Contact Information
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3
• Other Supporting Documents