Assistant Professor

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM Science - Department of Biological Sciences (Patrick Joseph DiMario (00009021))

   

Work Location:

0110A Life Sciences Building

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

The Department of Biological Sciences within the College of Science at Louisiana State University (LSU) invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in biochemistry. This broad search will consider applicants whose research focuses on a molecular area of biological inquiry such as enzymology, metabolism (including photosynthesis and respiration), regulation of gene expression, and structural biology. Collaborative opportunities are readily available within the department, college, and the LSU system.

Duties:

50% Develop and maintain a vigorous, independent, and extramurally funded research program. Participation in service activities related to research is expected.

50% Teach and mentor students. Teaching assignments will typically include core undergraduate biochemistry courses. Assignments to graduate courses or seminars in biochemistry are also possible. The candidate will mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research. Participation in service activities related to teaching and mentoring is expected.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in biochemistry or related field; with specific postdoctoral training in biochemical research

This position does require Vehicle Operation. Due to this requirement, candidates must maintain a valid driver's license and are subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Emergency Essential Personnel:  This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in biochemistry or related field.

Candidates whose research aligns with the LSU Scholarship First Agenda (https://www.lsu.edu/scholarship-first/) priorities of agriculture, biomedicine, coast, defense, and/or energy are particularly encouraged to apply.
Candidates should demonstrate evidence of excellence in research and have identified potential extramural funding sources.
Candidates are desired who demonstrate potential and/or evidence of excellence in mentoring and teaching students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach your cover letter (2 pages or fewer), curriculum vitae (4 pages or fewer), statement of research interests (4 pages or fewer), statement of teaching and mentoring interests (2 pages or fewer), statement describing the applicant’s understanding and dedication to fostering an environment that embraces the active participation of all members of the LSU campus community (2 pages or fewer), and the names and contact information of three references who can provide letters of recommendation at a future date. An official copy of the highest degree transcript will be needed prior to hire. For further questions, please contact Lori Bond at lbond3@lsu.edu.

   

Posting Date:

September 10, 2024

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

   

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