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Faculty Positions in Genetics, Cell and Developmental Biology at Penn State

The Pennsylvania State University, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States,


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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Penn State invites applications for multiple tenure-track assistant professor appointments in the broad areas of genetics, cell, and developmental biology. The successful applicants will join a highly collaborative environment with access to cutting-edge research infrastructure including genomic, microscopy, metabolomic, proteomics, and animal facilities. They will further have the opportunity to be part of numerous centers of excellence within the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences ( https://www.huck.psu.edu/institutes-and-centers ).Applicants will have a Ph.D., a record of creative research accomplishments, a research plan clearly articulating future contributions to the field, an ability to achieve teaching excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community in the practice and teaching of science. The position features an outstanding research space and competitive start-up package.Applications must be submitted electronically and should include:cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) that includes:

overview of the goals/vision of your research program in the context of our department and institutiona summary of significant scientific accomplishments as well as experiences and qualifications that position you to achieve your goals

curriculum vitaedetailed statement of research accomplishments and future plans (maximum of 4 pages)statement of teaching philosophy and interests that includes experiences in teaching, pedagogy, and mentoring (1 page)diversity statement (1 page) that describes your past, present, and future planned contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion that will advance our institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion goals ( http://equity.psu.edu/diversity-statement )We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Three (or more) letters from professional references should be sent to

GCDsearch@psu.edu . Review of completed applications will begin Oct 1, 2024, and continue until the positions are filled.Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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