Associate Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Job title:

Associate Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

Company

University of Oxford

Job description

The Department of Biochemistry and University College are seeking to recruit an Associate Professor of Biochemistry whose research addresses fundamental questions in the broad area of molecular and cellular biology with a focus on eukaryotic systems from cells to whole organisms. You will join a vibrant, friendly, democratic and international academic community that values excellence, collaboration and inclusivity. Applications are strongly encouraged from early or mid-career researchers leading innovative and independent research programmes, and where appropriate, full Professorial title may be awarded on appointment. Our institution offers a great range of staff benefits and is strongly committed to career development and mentoring at all career stages. All our groups have access to a range of Departmental and University PhD training programmes, as well as state-of-the art research support for computation, structural, cellular and molecular biology.Depending on your research topic, you will join one of our highly collaborative interdisciplinary research themes applying biochemical, biophysical and computational approaches to major questions in cell and developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, human health and infectious disease processes. High quality laboratory and office space will be provided in the newly completed Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building, housing the Biochemistry Department and our research facilities.In addition to your research, you will contribute to teaching the next generation of Biochemists through our 4-year Masters-level degree course in Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry and by acting as a Tutorial Fellow at University College.You should have a higher degree (DPhil/PhD) and postdoctoral experience in a relevant biologically-related science; a strong track record of published research and research funding; experience of undergraduate teaching; proven ability to contribute to the teaching, training and supervision of graduate students; good communication and interpersonal skills; the ability and commitment to undertake a range of administrative duties within both the Department and the College; and to contribute to outreach activities and widening access.Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please click on the ‘Apply’ link herein.The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 4 April 2025. It is expected that interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held on 12th and 13th May 2025 (candidates are required to attend both days).Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented in academic posts in Oxford.Contact Person :Professor Francis BarrVacancy ID :176442Contact Number :Closing Date & Time :04-Apr-2025 12:00Contact Email :[email protected]Pay Scale :ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (TF-UNIVERSITY)Salary (£) :Grade 10a: Combined University and College salary: in the range £55,755 – £74,867 per annum plus additional benefits as detailed below, including a Fellows’ allowance of £13,762 p.a. and an allowance of £3,155 p.a. if awarded the title of Professor

Expected salary

Location

Oxford

Job date

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 23:54:14 GMT

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