Faculty Position in Gene Regulation

Faculty Position in Gene Regulation

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State,University Park campus, invites applications for a tenure-trackfaculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor.

The search is open to any area of eukaryotic gene regulation and tobe a part of the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences. Thedepartment values interdisciplinarity and is open to thepossibility of joint hires with allied departments such as Chemistry and Biology. We remain flexible in our direction forwardand encourage excellent candidates in all areas of eukaryotic generegulation to apply.

The anticipated starting date for this appointment is summer orfall of 2026 or spring of 2027. The duties include research,teaching, supervision of student research at both the undergraduateand graduate levels, and service to the university and the greaterprofessional community. Candidates are expected to demonstrateinterest in and capacity for developing a strong, independentresearch program, and teaching and mentorship excellence at boththe undergraduate and graduate levels.

Applications submitted electronically by October 1, 2025 willreceive full consideration, and should include the following:

• A brief cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) that highlights theapplicant's most relevant qualifications for a faculty position at Penn State.
  • Overview of goals/vision of your research program in context ofour department and institution
  • Your most significant scientific accomplishments
  • A summary of experiences and qualifications that position youto achieve your goals

• Curriculum vitae including a list of publications.
• Two statements addressing:
  • Research accomplishments, plans, and vision (up to 4 pages,including figures and references),
  • Teaching experience, philosophy, and/or interests (1 page)

Application materials may comprise no more than 5 documents, eachwith a size limit of 5MB. Applicants may need to combine materialsto meet the 5-document limit and should ensure all documents areuploaded and correct prior to final submission.

In addition to the above materials, applicants should arrange forat least three (or more) letters of recommendation to be sentdirectly to gene_regulation_search@psu.eduby the same deadline.

Competitive applicants for the rank of Assistant Professor willpossess a Ph.D. in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology,systems biology or a related field before beginning employment at Penn State; will demonstrate potential for developing an externallyfunded and collaborative research program; and will demonstrate thepotential to contribute to the department's and college's teachingand service missions.

Candidates seeking the rank of Associate Professor should have thesame qualifications as the assistant professor, as well as a strongtrack record of scholarly achievement, external funding, anddemonstrated success in teaching and service.

Candidates for Full Professor should have the same qualificationsas the associate professor, as well as a track record of researchpublications, funding, teaching, and service that distinguishesthem, nationally or internationally.

Questions about the position and the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State may be directed at the Chair of the Faculty Search Committee, Professor Song Tan by e-mail at gene_regulation_search@psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completionof background check(s) in accordance with Universitypolicies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-timeemployees designed to support both personal and professionalwellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and visioncoverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of thestandout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, availableto employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed toproviding employment opportunities to all qualified applicantswithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, disability orprotected veteran status. If you are unable to use our onlineapplication process due to an impairment or disability, pleasecontact 814-865-1473.

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