Job Description

The Department of Biochemistry at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center invites applications from candidates for a tenured faculty position at the rank of Professor. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent and be engaged in innovative, highly cited research within the field of enzymology. The successful candidate will have an outstanding national and international reputation and will have a well-established and vibrant research program with a strong track record of external funding. A demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentorship of postdocs and students is also a requirement. The Department is strongly research-oriented with major programs in metabolism and metabolic regulation, cancer biology, parasite biology, carbohydrate biochemistry, chemical biology, enzymology, chemistry, and drug discovery.

We are particularly interested in exceptional candidates who wish to study molecular mechanisms of enzymes that relate to important biological processes and who will complement our existing strengths. UT Southwestern maintains state-of-the-art facilities and employs a faculty that includes four Nobel Laureates and sixteen members of the National Academy of Sciences. The Biochemistry Department offers a vibrant environment for research, generous start-up support, and participation in graduate-level teaching.

Applicants should apply online, submit a curriculum vitae, and a concise description of research plans of not more than two-pages no later than August 15, 2023, through Job ID 726519. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Any questions may be addressed to Dr. Margaret Phillips, Chair, Department of Biochemistry at .

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