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Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences-Cell Biologist

Posted by , on 14 September 2022

Location: Union College

Closing Date: 26 September 2022

The Department of Biological Sciences at Union College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Cell Biology to begin September 2023.

Advanced appointments for experienced candidates may be considered in exceptional cases. We welcome scientists with a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and mentoring undergraduates and to fostering a diverse and inclusive Department and College. The new hire will establish a successful research program that incorporates undergraduates. They will contribute to the Departmental curriculum by teaching in our introductory biology sequence plus an upper-level course in their field, with an opportunity to develop additional courses.

The candidate’s research program in Cell Biology may be in any scale from within the cell to the multicellular.  The ideal candidate will be broadly trained in cell biology with an interest in teaching a majors’ course with a laboratory in this area. This position may also contribute to interdisciplinary programs in Biochemistry, Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering.

The Department of Biological Sciences at Union College is committed to teaching and mentoring students in the classroom and in our active research laboratories. The Department contributes to numerous interdisciplinary programs including Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Policy, Environmental Engineering, Nanoscience, and Neuroscience (https://www.union.edu/interdisciplinary-studies).  Housed in the newly constructed Integrated Science and Engineering Complex, the Department is well equipped with NSF-funded instrumentation such as a microCT,  3-D multi camera motion analysis system, DNA sequencer, qPCR, scanning electron microscope, greenhouse, and substantial tissue culture and animal care facilities. We also have access to a continuous flow isotope mass spectrometer, elemental analyzer, and an ICPMS in Union College’s Stable Isotope and Geochemistry Laboratory. The College is situated in close proximity to a variety of terrestrial and aquatic habitats including the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains (see https://muse.union.edu/adirondack/), the Mohawk River, and numerous lakes, urban, and suburban areas that are amenable to field study.

All candidates must have a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in a biology-related field and preference will be given to those with at least one year of postdoctoral experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate the potential to develop an independent research program, as evidenced by scholarship and productivity during graduate and postdoctoral activities. Preference will also be given to those who have a demonstrated interest in undergraduate teaching. Successful candidates will detail an interest, understanding, and commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion – with preference for a demonstrated ability to contribute to inclusion of groups that are underrepresented in the academy through education, research, and/or service. This position is conditional on budget.

We ask that candidates submit the following via our portal at http://jobs.union.edu.  We will begin review of applications on September 9, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit the following with your application: 1) Cover letter, 2) CV, 3) Statement of research experience and interests, 4) Statement of teaching experience and philosophy, 5) Statement of contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and  6) Up to three sample publications that best represent your work. You will be asked to include names and contact information for three references through our online application system at jobs.union.edu. An email will be sent automatically to references requesting a letter of recommendation. Inquiries about the Cell Biologist position may be sent to cellfac@union.edu (Chair: Dr. Quynh Chu-LaGraff).

 

Closing Date: 26 September 2022

Scientific fields: Cell biology

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Duration: Permanent

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