Assistant Professor – BMB/IALS - Protein Homeostasis in Human Health - UMass Amherst

Assistant Professor – BMB/IALS - Protein Homeostasis in Human Health
University of Massachusetts - Amherst

The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (BMB) in the College of Natural Sciences (CNS) and the Institute for Applied Life Sciences (IALS) at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst jointly invite applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank. IALS has a primary goal of developing translational research programs, fostering interactions with industry, and training of an applied life sciences workforce. A core principle in CNS  is that academic excellence in science is enhanced when faculty and students from diverse perspectives come together in an environment that is inclusive and equitable.

We are considering any aspect of molecular or biochemical processes using quantitative, computational, or structural approaches broadly defined. Of particular interest are innovative candidates who are exploring questions focused on the synthesis, folding, degradation and trafficking of proteins, collectively referred to as protein homeostasis, as applied to any area of human health and translational outcomes. Candidates with research interests that augment our existing strengths in protein homeostasis at the Department and University level are especially sought (https://www.umass.edu/biochem/ ; https://www.umass.edu/m2m/research-themes/protein-homeostasis ). New faculty members will be able to take full advantage of the IALS substantial investments in campus infrastructure and core facilities (http://www.umass.edu/ials/core-facilities ).

Requirements

The successful candidates will have a Ph.D., postdoctoral experience, and outstanding potential to build a vibrant, active research program and to teach at both the undergraduate level in an ASBMB-accredited curriculum and at the graduate level in relevant interdepartmental graduate programs . We are seeking talented applicants qualified for an assistant professor position. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration.

Review of applications will begin on March 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University’s goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities. We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree.

For the full job description and to apply, please visit the UMass Amherst Human Resources website