How to Apply

All applications must be submitted on-line at https://webapps.lsa.umich.edu/Apply/MCDB22. You will be asked to upload the following materials: A cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a brief summary of recent research accomplishments and statement of future research plans, a statement of teaching interests and philosophy. Also include a personal statement that describes your demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through scholarship/research, and/or teaching/mentoring, and/or service/engagement (this statement may overlap with your teaching statement). Applicants should provide names and contact information for at least three references, as instructed in the on-line application form. For any questions, please contact mcdb-search@umich.edu. 

Highly qualified applicants, including more junior postdoctoral fellows (i.e., PhD conferred in the last five years), are also encouraged to apply directly to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts’ Collegiate Fellowship (LCF) Program (https://lsa.umich.edu/ncid/fellowships-awards/lsa-collegiate-
postdoctoral-fellowship.html). This program, aimed at recruiting faculty with outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion, provide for an optional fellowship period before transitioning onto the tenure track. 

Summary

The Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB) in the College of Literature, Science and the Arts at the University of Michigan solicits applications for two faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level, but appointment at a more senior level is possible for applicants with suitable experience. The faculty position will be tenured or tenure track with a university year appointment starting August 28, 2023 or January 1, 2024. Successful candidates will be expected to establish a vigorous, extramurally-funded research program and provide instruction to both undergraduate and graduate students in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Required Qualifications*

We welcome applications from outstanding biological scientists in all areas of cell/molecular biology, with emphasis on researchers working in the broad areas of neuroscience and animal physiology. Experimental approaches may include (but are not limited to) genetics, genomics, structural biology, electrophysiology, systems neurobiology, in vivo imaging, and single cell technologies. 

Additional Information

For further information about MCDB research areas and the goals of this faculty search, please visit www.lsa.umich.edu/mcdb.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.