Faculty Position in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Job Title
Faculty Position in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry


Requisition Number
FE04573


Working Title

Department Name
7H180:Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Type of Position
Faculty


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Tenure Track Status
Tenure Track


Required Education

Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree



Required Related Experience

Research areas of interest include structural and cellular biology of cardiovascular, muscle, neurological, and metabolic diseases, cancer and developmental biology.



Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A



Job Summary

The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level. Candidates must possess a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree. Extramural funding is not required; however applicants should have potential to develop a robust, extramurally funded research program. Competitive start-up funds and appropriate space will be offered.



We are particularly interested in candidates whose research area complements existing departmental strengths in the structural and cellular biology of cardiovascular, muscle, neurological, and metabolic diseases, cancer and developmental biology. Translational research programs that encompass aspects of both basic and clinical research are of special interest, particularly those that make use of mass spectroscopy-based approaches, advanced organoid models or spatial transcriptomic and bioinformatic approaches. The Department offers a stimulating and collaborative environment, with a strong graduate program, and extensive shared, state-of-the-art equipment. The University of Kentucky houses an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, a federally supported Alzheimer’s Disease Center, and a Clinical and Translational Science Award. In addition, the University is undergoing a significant expansion of its biomedical research program.



Initial evaluation of applicants will begin August 15, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should visit https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/588050to access the online faculty application. Required application materials include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, description of current and future research (≤ 3 pages) (specific request 1), teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) (specific request 2), and contact information for three references. Inquiries may be directed to the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee at: biochem@uky.edu.



For further information about the Department, please visit: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/biochemistry/



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes


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