Open Rank Faculty - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Job ID: 235527
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

Job Summary
Job ID: 235527
Position #: 20000722 The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in the Medical College of Georgia (Georgia's only public academic medical center) at Augusta University is expanding its research programs and is seeking tenure-track faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor. Successful applicants will have research interests in the areas of benign, malignant and age-related diseases, molecular signaling, inflammation/immunology, gene/epigenetic regulation, biomarkers, and targeted-therapy or in novel areas with translational research appeal. The successful candidate will contribute to the department's robust extramural grant portfolio, as well as, contribute to the department's education mission and graduate and post-graduate training programs. The candidate will have access to departmental and institutional state-of-the-art cores and equipment, biotelemetry, genome editing of mice/rats, next generation and 10x single cell sequencing, bioinformatics, and advanced microscopy/imaging, flow-cytometry, mass spectrometry, Seahorse XFEs, small-animal imaging and MRI. Candidates with established extramural research programs are desirable. Candidates applying at the Associate Professor or Professor level should have extramurally funded research programs. Highly competitive salaries and excellent start-up packages are available. With ambient weather, affordable living, and the home of the US Cyber Command, and the Masters Golf Tournament, Augusta, Georgia and the greater CSRA is a fast-growing community, with nature walks along the Savannah River, a ballpark across the river, convenient commute, and some of the best schools in Georgia.

Required Qualifications
Doctoral degree (PhD or MD/PhD in Life Sciences, or equivalent) from an accredited college or university and a minimum of three years of postdoctoral experience.

Shift/Salary/Benefits
Academic rank, tenure status and salary to be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Conditions of Employment
All candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review. For specific positions, the final candidate may be subject to a (pre-employment) physical, drug screen, and/or credit check.

The final candidate will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply
To be considered an applicant for this position you must apply online at Augusta University Faculty Careers (http://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/faculty) Job ID # 235527. Please upload your Curriculum vitae, research statement, professional references, etc. as one document.

Other Information
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Augusta University is a tobacco free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=235527&PostingSeq=1

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