University of Pennsylvania
Tenure Track Appointment in Biological Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA plans to make a tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor level. The appointment will be in the broadly defined area of Biological Chemistry, with a particular, but not exclusive, interest in cryoelectron microscopy, the structure and function of RNA or membrane proteins, development of screening and “omics” technologies, or multi-step biosynthesis. The candidate is expected to establish an externally funded research program and participate in the Department’s undergraduate and graduate teaching mission.

Applicants must apply online at http://facultysearches.provost.upenn.edu/postings/645. Required application materials include: a curriculum vitae including a list of publications, and a description of proposed research. Applicants should also submit the names and contact information of three individuals who will provide letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2015 and will continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Chemistry is strongly committed to Penn’s Action Plan for Faculty Diversity and Excellence and to creating a more diverse faculty (for more information see: http://www.upenn.edu/almanac/volumes/v58/n02/diversityplan.html). The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.