Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Biophysics

Description

The Program in Biophysics at the University of Michigan is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Biophysics, set to start January 1, 2026. This is a university-year appointment. 

Our Biophysics program is renowned for its broad and interdisciplinary approach, incorporating the principles of physics and chemistry to elucidate life processes while managing dynamic graduate and undergraduate degree offerings. We seek candidates with diverse expertise in biophysics who are dedicated to enhancing our research and educational objectives. For further information about biophysics research areas please visit https://lsa.umich.edu/biophysics.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in biophysics or a related field such as chemistry, biological chemistry, physics, or a similar field.  It is open to candidates at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor levels, with strong encouragement for applications at the Assistant Professor level. 

 

 

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit their application materials online. Required documents include a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a statement outlining current and future research plans, and three letters of reference. For inquiries, please contact our executive coordinator at the Program in Biophysics via email at biophys-esec@umich.edu. The deadline for submission is May 15, 2025.

Employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check, and all degree requirements must be fulfilled before the start date. The University of Michigan is committed to supporting dual-career couples and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women and members of minority groups. Candidates seeking consideration for Associate or Full Professor positions must also undergo an institutional reference check related to any prior misconduct and will need to submit a self-disclosure form along with an authorization to release information form.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.