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Assistant Professor of Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, College of Sciences

Employer
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada
Salary
competitive
Closing date
Oct 26, 2022

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Discipline
Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Faculty
Organization Type
Academia

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor of Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, College of Sciences [R0132709].

 

ROLE of the POSITION

The tenure-track faculty member will be expected to: a) contribute to the undergraduate and graduate teaching in Biochemistry and develop new graduate level courses in their area of expertise, b) develop a vigorous externally funded research program in Biochemistry or related areas, c) engage in service to the University and community, and d) mentor undergraduate and Ph.D. students in research. Cases for tenure are typically presented to the department after 5 years and tenure decisions are based on the faculty member's accomplishments in these four areas.

 

The UNLV Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is comprised of 18 full-time tenured/tenure-track faculty members who are actively engaged in extramurally supported research in the broad areas of physical, materials & computational chemistry, biochemistry, analytical, inorganic and organic chemistry, radiochemistry and chemical education. The radiochemistry program at UNLV is one of the very few active University research programs in the United States with a focus on speciation and containment of radioactive waste and the beneficial uses of radioactive materials in medicine. The department is in the midst of a rapid expansion, with over half a dozen additional tenure-track faculty recruitments at various stages of completion.

 

More details can be found at https://www.unlv.edu/chemistry.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or a closely related discipline.  The successful candidate must possess a proven record of research accomplishments and post-doctoral research training or equivalent research/industrial experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment.

 

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

 

SALARY RANGE

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

 

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

  • Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • No state income tax
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
  • Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
  • Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

 

PERKS

  • Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)
  • Employee recognition and appreciation programs
  • Personal and professional development opportunities
  • UNLV athletics ticket discounts
  • Employee discount at UNLV’s Student Wellness Recreation Center
  • Statewide employee purchase program discounts
  • RebelCard discounts on and off campus
  • Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
  • Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

 

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, a concise description of proposed research (not to exceed three pages), a one-page statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications, experience, and their ability to forge collaborations with the current faculty, both in the department of Chemistry and Biochemistry as well as the School of Life Sciences.   

 

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

 

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on December 1, 2022.

 

Materials should be addressed to the UNLV Biochemistry Search Committee and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0132709” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

 

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

 

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

 

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

 

EEO/AA STATEMENT
 

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.

 

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both. 

 

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

 

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

 

 

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