University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAssistant, Associate, or Professor in Molecular and Cellular BiochemistryRequisition NumberFE04079Working TitleDepartment Name7H180:Molecular and Cellular BiochemistryWork LocationLexington, KYType of PositionFacultyPosition Time Status Full-TimeTenure Track StatusTenure TrackRequired EducationPh.D., MD, or equivalent degreeRequired Related ExperiencePost-doctoral experience in biochemistry or a related field.Required License/Registration/CertificationNoneJob SummaryThe Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor level. Candidates must possess a Ph.D., MD or equivalent degree. Senior applicants must have an active, extramurally funded research program. For junior applicants, extramural funding is not required. 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, neurological, and metabolic diseases as well as cancer. Translational research programs that encompass aspects of both basic and clinical research are of special interest. The Department offers a stimulating and collaborative environment, with a strong graduate program, and shared, state-of-the-art equipment. Our present research funding is ranked in the top 20 nationally. The University of Kentucky houses an NCI-designated 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. For further information about the Department, please visit: https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/biochemistry/ - https://medicine.uky.edu/departments/biochemistry/.Evaluation of applicants will continue until the position is filled.Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a description of current and future research ( 5 pages with a ½ page abstract) (Specific Request 1), teaching philosophy ( 2 pages) (Specific Request 2), and the names of three references.Inquiries may be directed to the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee at: biochem@uky.edu.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to ApplyOpen Until FilledYesUniversity Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().1. * The College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within our college, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of these values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience. (Open Ended Question)2. * The College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, student, and colleague we encounter. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the College of Medicine values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork? * Yes No3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's Online Employment System? * InsideHigherEd.com* HigherEdJobs.com* Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)* HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)* InsightIntoDiversity.com* Academic Keys* HospitalCareers.com* Latinosinhighered.com* Indeed.com* A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member* UK Job Fair* None of the aboveApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents1. Curriculum Vita2. Cover Letter3. Specific Request 14. Specific Request 2Optional Documents Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/gAJoXLIpZ15aACr2PTllQePI240620412