University of South Florida · 2 months ago
Open Rank - Structural Biology
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe University of South Florida is seeking candidates for a tenured or tenure-track position in the Department of Molecular Medicine, focusing on structural biology and cryo-EM to understand disease mechanisms. The successful candidate will maintain a competitive research program and teach graduate and medical students while serving the academic community.
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Responsibilities
Maintain a nationally recognized research program funded by federal and private grants that leads to significant manuscripts in respected scientific journals
Will be responsible for teaching and mentoring graduate (MS and PhD) and medical students (MD)
Will be expected to serve on department and college service committees as assigned
Serve the scientific community by reviewing manuscripts and grants, and participate in scientific societies
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in the field of specialization with a demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service
Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant, Associate Professor, or Full Professor
For Associate/Full Professor: Must have established a national and/or international reputation in the field as evidenced by significant publications and competitive research grants
Preferred
Ph.D. in biochemistry or a related field, with research experience evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and successful grant writing
Preference will be given to candidates with interdisciplinary training, a record of collaboration, and direct experience with Cryo-EM techniques
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida
University of South Florida is a public research university located in Tampa, Florida.
Founded in 1956
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$170.33MKey Investors
The Duke Energy FoundationNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyFederal Railroad Administration
2024-09-17Grant· $0.07M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-09-25Grant· $17.07M
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Sidney Fernandes
CIO and Vice President Digital Experiences
Shilen Patel
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