Faculty Positions in Biological Chemistry 2025-2026

Description

The Department of Biological Chemistry at the University of Michigan Medical School invites applications for tenure-track or tenured faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level. We seek colleagues whose research brings innovative biochemical, structural, cellular, or computational approaches to uncover molecular mechanisms that impact human health. Our department combines a century-long legacy of biochemical discovery with a forward-looking vision that integrates molecular, cellular, and quantitative sciences, and is dedicated to training the next generation of scientific leaders.

 

Successful candidates will join a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and inclusive community that thrives on curiosity-driven discovery. Faculty in Biological Chemistry engage broadly across Michigan Medicine and the University of Michigan’s rich research ecosystem.

Qualifications

Qualifications include a Ph.D. and/or M.D., a strong record of research accomplishments, and a demonstrated commitment to mentoring and scientific leadership. Applicants for Associate and Full Professor positions should have a history of impactful research, extramural funding, and contributions to the broader scientific community. For further information about the Department, see https://medschool.umich.edu/departments/biological-chemistry.

 

Application Instructions

Application materials should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, description of past and current research (up to 2 pages), vision for future research (up to 2 pages), statement describing your approach to mentoring, teaching and/or service (1 page), and contact information for three references.

Please address materials to Dr. Phyllis Hanson, Chair of Biological Chemistry, and submit via Interfolio. Direct all questions to Amanda Howard (amanhowa@umich.edu).

 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline of November 21, 2025 for fullest consideration. Please address any questions to Amanda Howard (amanhowa@umich.edu).

 

The University of Michigan, including the Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint campuses as well as Michigan Medicine, is an equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The University is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful environment for faculty, staff, and students, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.