Tenure/Tenure Track Faculty Position in Biochemistry

Tenure/Tenure Track Faculty Position in Biochemistry

The Department of Biological Sciences at Wayne State University invites applications for a tenure-track opening for a researcher studying Biochemistry with a focus on metabolomics.  Rank will be dependent upon qualifications. Preference will be given to candidates doing innovative research in areas complementing existing departmental strengths in systems biology, development, the biochemistry of disease, evolution, host/pathogen interactions or chromatin and gene expression. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree, postdoctoral experience and an outstanding record of research achievement. Successful applicants are expected to establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program, participate in graduate and undergraduate education and perform service at the departmental, college and university level.  We offer state-of-the-art research facilities and highly competitive start-up packages.

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. WSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a diversity statement and a 2-page statement of research plans at jobs.wayne.edu (posting # 044663) by November 20, 2019 for full consideration. Three letters of reference should be sent to:  Faculty Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, Wayne State University, Detroit MI 48202 (Ariel.Delegol@wayne.edu).  Applications will be considered only when all materials have been received.