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Form of workMission or Goal of Unit:
The mission of the Department Biochemistry &Molecular Biology falls into two important categories: teaching and research. Weaddress important research problems and provide high quality opportunities forpre-and postdoctoral trainees. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology are theunderpinnings of modern biomedical science and our Department provides thisbackground for all trainees at VCU, regardless of the direction the future maytake them in. In research, fundamental discoveries are enabled by outstanding faculty,state of the art instrumentation, and great resources that exist within theDepartment, School of Medicine, the Massey Cancer Center, and the institutionat large. A unique collaborative spirit reinforced through graduate student andpostdoctoral fellowship training and through engagement of our faculty inscientific interactions is at the core of our mission. The Department hasresearch efforts of international stature in several multi-disciplinaryresearch areas in cellular and Molecular Biology, bioactive lipids, cancer,metabolic and liver diseases. The Department is committed to enhancingdiversity among its faculty, staff, and students. Finally, the Departmentfaculty have a responsibility to provide service to their profession and to theuniversity community. In education, our teaching methods helpto reinforce difficult concepts and provide individualized attention thatfosters training of the highest quality. A program of instruction in teachingfor our junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows and students ensures that futureteachers have the necessary tools to communicate clearly and effectively.
Chief Purpose of this position:
TheDepartment of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at Virginia CommonwealthUniversity School of Medicine is seeking an Assistant Professor Research Trackwith training in research areas of cancer, especially in areas related toimmunoregulation, lipid metabolism, cancer development.
Position Responsibilities:
The position will work towards a well-developed scholarly/research portfolio with evidence ofmulti-disciplinary applications and external funding appropriate to complementand expand existing expertise in the department. The candidate is expected todevelop an active funded research program.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in biochemistry, cell biology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related discipline.
- Extensive knowledge on immunity, cell metabolism and animal models of cancer.
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong expertise in lipid metabolic research related to cellular functions and/or disease pathogenesis.
- Extensive knowledge on immunity, cell metabolism and animal models of cancer.
- Strong capabilities in experimental design and troubleshooting
- Candidates should have strong publication records, postdoctoral experience, and experience in receiving external funding.
Position Type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Full time equivalent: 100%
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank:Assistant Professor
Months: 12
Department:Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
ORP Eligible: Yes
Restricted: Yes
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Jodi Humpage
Contact Email: Jodi.Humpage@vcuhealth.org
Contact Phone: 804-828-0104
