Assistant or Associate Professor - Cell and Molecular Biology

Overview

The Department of Biology (www.biology.usu.edu) is seeking to fill a cluster of 2-3 tenure track (1.0 FTE, 9 month, 50% research, 40% teaching, 10% service) positions in the area of Cell and Molecular biology to start in the Fall of 2025. This includes biologists whose research addresses questions in neuroscience, development (including evo-devo), systems biology, or functional genomics. The department seeks colleagues with a collaborative vision that are motivated to join a community dedicated to high quality research and teaching that emphasizes acceptance and respect of all persons. The estimated start date will be August 1, 2025.

 

For further information or inquiries, please contact Search Committee Co-Chairs Justin Jones (justin.a.jones@usu.edu) or Karen Kapheim (karen.kapheim@usu.edu). Initial review of applications will begin September 16, 2024 but the position will be open until filled.

Responsibilities

Teaching load is typically one introductory undergraduate course and one upper-level or graduate course in an area of specialization per year. While appointments are expected to be made at the Assistant Professor level, candidates recently promoted or anticipating promotion prior to the anticipated starting date of this position may be considered at the Associate Professor level.

 

Successful candidates are expected to establish nationally recognized research programs addressing fundamental questions in biology and to be effective teachers and mentors to undergraduate and graduate students. The department and university have many resources to enable success, including competitive start-up, excellent facilities, opportunities for internal research funding, core facilities in computation, sequencing, microscopy, among others, and the Center for Empowering Teaching Excellence.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biology or closely related field
• Research: A strong record of publications in peer-reviewed journals, demonstrating expertise in molecular and cellular biology or closely aligned field. Demonstrated ability to secure funding. A well-defined research plan that aligns with the job description and can attract graduate students.
• Teaching and Mentoring: Teaching experience at the university level and/or formal pedagogical training. Demonstrated ability to successfully mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research projects
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post-doctoral experience in a field related to molecular and cellular biology
• Experience with interdisciplinary research and/or participation in multi-investigator grants or collaborative research projects
• Proficiency in advanced or emerging methodologies 
• Previous leadership experience, such as heading a research team or organizing conferences.
• Experience with innovative teaching methods or technologies
• Experience in science communication to non-specialist audiences or involvement in community outreach programs
• Potential for synergy or collaboration with current faculty members or other faculty on campus

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 

Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile

Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

Statement of research achievements and goals to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

Statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy and achievements to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”

Candidates should include information about how their research and teaching roles would support the University’s mission of excellence, access, and inclusion. This information should be integrated into statements of philosophy and into the cover letter as appropriate. 

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.<