Associate Professor in Integrative Molecular Biophysics

Applications are invited for a University Associate Professor in Integrative Molecular Biophysics. The post holder will have an established academic track record in the area of molecular or cellular biophysics.

This is a joint appointment between the Departments of Biochemistry and Pharmacology.

All new faculty are assigned a mentoring committee that advises them on all aspects of setting up a successful research group. They also receive grant writing and submission support, and can recruit from a diverse pool of PhD students from various programs across the University. The appointment provides access to state of the art animal facilities and core facilities for imaging, proteomics, and genomics. Both departments are part of the School of the Biological Sciences and we are closely associated with the Gurdon Institute, Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, MRC Toxicology Unit and provide many opportunities for interactions with the broader Cambridge community.

Key responsibilities are to sustain, develop and direct our biophysics instrument platform; conducting world-leading research; teaching undergraduates; advising postgraduate students and post-docs; and other duties associated with academic life. There is the opportunity to become a Fellow of a College.

Applicants will have a PhD in a relevant subject area and show evidence of leading a successful research programme. Demonstrable, strong commitment to teaching and advising is highly desired. The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity and all suitably qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We particularly encourage people from under-represented groups to apply.

Applications must include the following:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching statement describing teaching approach and philosophy (1-2 pages) 4. Research Statement describing present and future research plans (1-3 pages) 5. A statement describing efforts to encourage diversity, inclusion, and belonging, including past, current, and anticipated future contributions in these areas (1 page) 6. Names and contact information of 3-5 references (three letters of recommendation are required, and the application is complete only when all three letters have been received).

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the apply button above.

For an informal discussion please contact Professor Eric Miska (Head of Department of Biochemistry) email eam29@cam.ac.uk or  Professor Laura Itzhaki (Head of Department of Pharamacology) email: lsi10@cam.ac.uk

For further assistance, please contact the Biochemistry HR team, email: personnel@bioc.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PH44535 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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