The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the ASSISTANT professor level. Candidates must possess a Ph.D., MD 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 as well as cancer. Translational research programs that encompass aspects of both basic and clinical research are of special interest, particularly those that make use of advanced organoid models. The Department offers a stimulating and collaborative environment, with a strong graduate program, and 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.

Evaluation of applicants will begin October 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should visit https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/547825 to access the online faculty application. Required application materials include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, description of current and future research (≤ 4 pages with a ½ page abstract), teaching philosophy (≤ 2 pages), and the names of 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/.