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The Department of Biochemistry at the University of California, Riverside invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor, in the general area of molecular biology and translational biochemistry, including, but not limited to RNA biology, metabolomics, computational biology/drug discovery, biomolecular catalysis/biophysics, gene expression/epigenetics, or genome stability. The position will build on existing strengths of the Department in structural, molecular, and cellular biology, and will benefit from the cutting-edge facilities for genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, microscopy, and high-throughput small molecule and genetic screening. This position is anticipated to start on July 1, 2025.

The UC salary consists of a base pay of $74,600 to $97,200 for Assistant Professors and additional off-scale to be commensurate with market value, qualifications and experiences. The off-scale portion of the salary will be maintained as long as satisfactory academic progress is made. Additionally, the off-scale will be maintained subject to market adjustments to the UC salary scale.

Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: Ph.D., M.D., or an equivalent degree in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular or cellular biology, or a related field.

Additional qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of hire include: The successful candidate will have a record of original research accomplishments; will be expected to develop a vigorous, independent, and internationally recognized research program that is able to attract extramural funding; will develop and teach graduate and undergraduate courses; will advise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students; and will engage in both campus and professional service activities.

Advancement through the Professorial ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years each of which includes substantial peer input.

To apply: submit the following to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01969.

• Cover Letter – Short cover letter describing background and interests.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring - This statement should be a concise description of the applicant’s teaching and mentoring philosophy and include past experience and future teaching and mentoring plans. (2-page maximum)
• Statement of Research/Scholarly Activities (2-page maximum)
• Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence (2-page maximum) – The University of California is committed to excellence and equity in every facet of its mission. Applicants should summarize their past and planned contributions in relevant areas of faculty achievement that promote equal opportunity and diversity. These contributions to diversity and equal opportunity can take a variety of forms including specific actions and efforts to advance equitable access to education, public service that addresses the needs of diverse populations, research in a scholar’s area of expertise that highlights inequalities, or mentoring and advising of students and faculty members, particularly from underrepresented and underserved populations.
• Letters of Reference – At time of submission, applicants should provide contact information and request letters of recommendation from 3 referees to be submitted through UC Recruit, Letters will need to be submitted to UC Recruit from the letter writers by 11/01/2024.

Review of applications will commence on 11/01/2024 and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.

For more information about this position, please contact Jikui Song, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Biochemistry, at jikui.song@ucr.edu . For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Ashleigh Bennett, Academic Personnel, at ashleigh.bennett@ucr.edu

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HSRU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.

For the University of California policies on Affirmative Action, Anti-Discrimination, and Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, see below.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, State, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

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https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH.

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