The Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek outstanding scientists who are addressing fundamental biological problems at a mechanistic level and whose research either complements or expands existing strengths in the department. Applications are encouraged from individuals working in all areas of biophysics, including computational biophysics, cryo-electron tomography, and single-molecule biophysics. We have state-of-the-art facilities, including the Johns Hopkins Beckman Center for Cryo-EM (https://cryoem.jhmi.edu/), and high-performance computing (https://www.arch.jhu.edu/). Diversity and inclusion are core values at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and in the Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry at all levels, including faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and staff. For more information about the department, please visit http://biophysics.med.jhmi.edu. 

The application deadline is October 31, 2024.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a PhD or MD degree and a strong publication record. The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent, innovative research program, display a commitment to excellence in teaching by participating in graduate and medical student teaching, and demonstrate a commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive biomedical community.

Application Instructions

Applicants should apply online at http://apply.interfolio.com/154014. The application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a one-page summary of research accomplishments, a two-page description of future research plans, and a one-page statement detailing how their teaching, service and/or scholarship will advance the department’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and support the success of trainees from all backgrounds. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be uploaded by October 31, 2024.