The Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics (www.virginia.edu/bmg) and the University of Virginia Cancer Center, one of 56 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the nation, seek to expand their cancer research faculty. We invite applicants for Assistant, Associate and Full Professor (tenure-track/tenured) appointments, who address contemporary problems in the biology of aging and cancer. We are particularly interested in the areas of epigenetic regulation, metabolomics and mechanisms of drug resistance.
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Qualifiations
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in the life sciences and must have demonstrated the capacity for high-quality scholarship and maintaining an extramurally funded independent research program if at the more senior career stages. Support will include a start-up package, laboratory space, and an exceptionally interactive research environment.
Application InstructionsTo apply, visit https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/c/faculty-jobss and search for Open RankProfessor of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics. Complete a candidate profile online, attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interest (two pages or less including references), and mentoring philosophy including a description on enhancing diverse perspectives in science.
Three letters of recommendation should be submitted electronically, directly to hn6u@virginia.edu with the applicant's name in the subject heading.
For additional information please contact Helen Norfleet-Shiflett, Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics, via telephone (434) 924-1667 or email hn6u@virginia.edu.