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Assistant Professor - Structural Biology
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Position Information
| Working Title | Assistant Professor - Structural Biology |
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| Department | Biochemistry-0831 |
| Requisition Number | F_230175 |
| Posting Open Date | 10/09/2023 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 11/13/2023 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. This nine-month (academic year) tenure-track appointment is apportioned as 80% research and 20% teaching. Applicants are sought who will develop a vigorous, internationally recognized research program in the area of structural biology with a focus on using cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to study macromolecular complexes. UNL has recently established a state-of-the-art facility for cryo-EM in the Nebraska Center for Biotechnology. The cryo-EM facility is managed by a Cryo-EM Core Director and houses a Thermo Scientific Glacios 200 keV Cryo TEM equipped with a Falcon 4i direct electron detector camera, a Selectris zero-loss energy filter, and capability for micro-electron diffraction of crystalline samples. The new cryo-EM facility is part of a strategic growth plan at UNL and complements existing strengths in X-ray crystallography, biophysics, and computation at UNL. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high impact, nationally and internationally recognized, externally supported research and teaching program contributing as an effective scholar and citizen to the integrated (extension, research, and teaching) land-grant mission of the Department of Biochemistry and IANR, including supporting student recruitment and IANR science literacy. Research conducted by the incumbent is expected to address important questions that build upon and expand current strengths of the Biochemistry Department, IANR, and UNL, such as structural biology, redox biochemistry, mechanisms of disease, systems biology and networks, and plant sciences. Complimentary expertise and collaborations are anticipated to arise with colleagues in the Biochemistry Department and other research centers such as the Nebraska Redox Biology Center, Center for Plant Science Innovation, Center for Integrated Biomolecular Communication, and Center for Virology. Contributions to the teaching mission are expected to average 0.20 FTE, by providing expert knowledge of biochemistry and structural biology, and teaching in the core areas of biochemistry and the molecular life sciences, as well as recruiting, advising, and mentoring. Specific teaching assignments may change according to program needs. The successful candidate is expected to publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals in the life sciences; participate in scientific meetings and other professional activities; and serve on department, college, and UNL committees as appropriate. In the area of work covered by the position the incumbent is expected to seek and establish effective disciplinary and trans-disciplinary collaborations including integration with local stakeholders, complementary research groups, extension teams, educational programs, and other partners. The incumbent is expected to accept committee assignments, reporting responsibilities, and other special ad hoc assignments as requested at the administrative unit, college/division, institute, and/or university levels. Recognizing that diversity enhances creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense of belonging, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and the Department of Biochemistry are committed to creating learning, research, Extension programming, and work environments that are inclusive of all forms of diversity. Consistent with the University’s N2025 Strategic Plan , we see every person and every interaction as important to our collective well-being and our ability to deliver on our mission. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination . |
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| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Jodi Mackin jmackin1@unl.edu |
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| Job Category (old) | Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading |
| Job Type | 9 Month |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
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| Organizational Location | Default Location |
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