Murray State University
Assistant Professor, Biochemistry
Murray State University, Murray, Kentucky, United States, 42071
Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, the following items must be included:Letter of applicationCopies of undergraduate and graduate transcriptsProposed research plan including equipment needs and an approximate budget (maximum 5 pages) (please submit under "Statement of research interests")Teaching philosophy statement (maximum 2 pages)A diversity statement that addresses the candidate's approach to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for the success of students from a wide variety of backgrounds. (Please submit under "Other Document")Position Information
Posting Number:
20250005FACJob Title:
Assistant Professor, BiochemistryType of Employment:
Regular Full-TimeWork Location:
Murray, KYEmployment Term:
Academic YearPosition Type:
Faculty (Tenure-Track)Anticipated Start Date:
August 2025Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be expected to teach a 3/2 course load including foundational chemistry courses in chemistry and biochemistry, teaching laboratory courses, advanced courses in their sub-discipline to both undergraduate and graduate (Masters) students, and other courses as assigned. The faculty candidate will be expected to establish a viable research program in biochemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, or bioorganic chemistry, supported by external funding, and supervise/train student researchers at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The faculty candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities at the department, collegiate, and university level as needed. The candidate hired for this position will be assigned laboratory and office space appropriate to their teaching and research needs.Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related field is required. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment will be considered.Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience as an instructor or teaching assistant in chemistry in a university setting is preferred.Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information
Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOther DocumentStatement of Research InterestStatement of Teaching InterestCopies of TranscriptsOptional Documents:Other Document 2Other Document 3
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Along with the application, the following items must be included:Letter of applicationCopies of undergraduate and graduate transcriptsProposed research plan including equipment needs and an approximate budget (maximum 5 pages) (please submit under "Statement of research interests")Teaching philosophy statement (maximum 2 pages)A diversity statement that addresses the candidate's approach to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for the success of students from a wide variety of backgrounds. (Please submit under "Other Document")Position Information
Posting Number:
20250005FACJob Title:
Assistant Professor, BiochemistryType of Employment:
Regular Full-TimeWork Location:
Murray, KYEmployment Term:
Academic YearPosition Type:
Faculty (Tenure-Track)Anticipated Start Date:
August 2025Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be expected to teach a 3/2 course load including foundational chemistry courses in chemistry and biochemistry, teaching laboratory courses, advanced courses in their sub-discipline to both undergraduate and graduate (Masters) students, and other courses as assigned. The faculty candidate will be expected to establish a viable research program in biochemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, or bioorganic chemistry, supported by external funding, and supervise/train student researchers at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The faculty candidate will also be expected to participate in service activities at the department, collegiate, and university level as needed. The candidate hired for this position will be assigned laboratory and office space appropriate to their teaching and research needs.Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Biochemistry, Chemistry or a related field is required. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment will be considered.Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience as an instructor or teaching assistant in chemistry in a university setting is preferred.Equal Opportunity Employment/Diversity Information
Murray State embraces diversity in the workplace and values attracting, developing and maintaining a diverse, high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. The University endeavors to create and promote a culturally diverse community to be accepting of and sensitive to diversity in its many varied forms. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOther DocumentStatement of Research InterestStatement of Teaching InterestCopies of TranscriptsOptional Documents:Other Document 2Other Document 3
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