LSU Health Shreveport welcomes your application for the Chair, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Cell Biology in Shreveport, Louisiana. Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center at Shreveport (LSUHS) is an academic medical center made up of the Schools of Medicine, Allied Health Professions, and Graduate School. The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is one of six in the Graduate School, in addition to the departments of Cellular Biology and Anatomy, Microbiology and Immunology, Molecular and Cellular Physiology, Pathology, and Pharmacology, Toxicology and Neuroscience.
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join us as the Department Chair to guide our faculty, researchers, and students and direct future growth of the department in new areas of research. The ideal candidate would have a background in cancer research, and as such, may be considered for the additional position of the Co-Director of our Feist-Weiller Cancer Center (FWCC), with provision of significant financial resources to direct the associated research program of the FWCC.
Faculty in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology are involved in the education of Medical and Graduate Students as well as mentoring PhD students and postdoctoral fellows in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The skills and expertise of our scientists applied to ongoing research in the department is actively contributing to the following areas: cancer biology, neuroscience, transcriptional regulation, and racial disparities in cancer. Information about our Department can be found at the following URL.
https://schoolofgradstudies.lsuhs.edu/academics/biochemistry-and-molecular-biology
Responsibilities of the chair include:
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic vision for the department.
Academic Program Development: Enhance existing academic programs and explore opportunities for new programs that meet the evolving needs of students and the scientific community.
Research Excellence: Foster a culture of research excellence by supporting faculty in securing research grants, promoting interdisciplinary collaborations, and facilitating the publication of impactful research.
Faculty and Staff Development: Provide mentorship and support to faculty and staff.
Student Engagement: Ensure a high-quality educational experience for students by overseeing curriculum development, promoting innovative teaching methods, and facilitating opportunities for student research and internships.
Resource Management: Effectively manage departmental resources.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field
- A distinguished record of research and scholarly achievements.
- Proven leadership experience in an academic or research setting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead diverse and collaborative teams.
- Qualify for the rank of Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
The search committee is led by Norman Harris, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology. Candidates are encouraged to submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to:
https://www.lsuhsc.edu/shv/CareerOpportunities/Home/Detail/5289
Applicant Instructions
Locate and click on the Apply Online button located at the bottom of the screen. If you need assistance applying electronically, please call 318-675-5589.
Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Harris [email protected] .
Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.