Assistant Professor, Chemical Biology

Description

The Institute of Biomolecular Design & Discovery (IBDD), in partnership with the Department of Chemistry, Yale University, New Haven, CT, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank to commence as early as July 1, 2027. The IBDD is a chemical biology-focused research institute, one of seven multidisciplinary research institutes at Yale University’s West Campus. Institute faculty hold a primary appointment in a life science, physical science, or engineering department. 

Currently, we seek to identify candidates whose research interests and accomplishments align with the Institute and the Chemistry Department. We seek creative teacher-scholars to teach courses and develop outstanding research programs in chemical biology broadly defined.

Qualifications

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline.

Application Instructions

Please submit all materials through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/190516. Materials required for a complete application include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a future research plan prefaced by a single-page summary and consisting of up to three proposals, and a teaching-philosophy statement. Applicants should also arrange for the submission of three letters of recommendation. The review of applications will begin on October 1, 2026, and proceed until the position is filled. 

For further information, contact the Director of the IBDD through Helen Tvedt at helen.tvedt@yale.edu or the Chair of the Chemistry Department at chemistry.chair@yale.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Professional Conduct Review for New Faculty Hires

The final candidate, upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment/faculty appointment, may be required to disclose whether they are, or have been, the subject of any disciplinary proceeding (investigation, hearing, etc.) at previous institutions or employers, and may also be subject to a background screening. Candidates who materially misrepresent information on their resume or other application materials are ineligible for hire/appointment. Final candidates may also be required to sign a release to allow Yale to solicit information regarding any substantiated conduct violations from current and/or past employers.