Faculty position openings
Assistant/associate professor of biochemistry
The Department of Biochemistry, University of Missouri, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant or associate professor position from scientists applying biochemical and molecular approaches to the study of fundamental biological processes related to health and disease. We are particularly interested in individuals who would complement existing research strengths in neurodegenerative diseases, inflammation, radiopharmaceuticals, molecular nutrition, diabetes/cardiovascular disease, cancer and ageing.
The University is noted for interdisciplinary research programs including a multidisciplinary Life Sciences Center, a NIH-funded Imaging Center that complements a productive institutional nuclear reactor and an International Institute for Nano and Molecular Medicine. Position qualifications include a PhD and/or MD in biochemistry or related field and postdoctoral experience. The successful applicant will develop or continue an outstanding research program and contribute to Departmental teaching activities.
Submit a curriculum vitae and descriptions of current and planned research activities, and have three letters of reference sent to:
Chair, Biochemistry Search Committee
Department of Biochemistry
117 Schweitzer Hall
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO 65211
Electronic submission to biochemsearch@missouri.edu is encouraged.
Review of applications will begin July 1, 2009.
Date Posted: 5/6/2009
MU is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer, and encourages applications from women and minorities. For ADA accommodations, please contact our ADA Coordinator at (573) 884-7278 (V/TTY).