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Faculty Recruitment Opportunities

Employer
Oregon Health & Science University
Location
Portland, Oregon
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Closing date
Oct 27, 2019

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Faculty Recruitment Opportunities

Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

The Department of Chemical Physiology & Biochemistry at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon, USA invites applications for three open faculty positions.  The Department of Chemical Physiology & Biochemistry (CPB) is a result of a recent merger of the Departments of Physiology & Pharmacology and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology.  The department catalyzes a strategic investment in new opportunities in Physiology, Chemical Biology, Biochemistry and Structural Biology. 

For all positions, we seek individuals with a Ph.D. and a track record of excellent publications and demonstrated ability to acquire independent funding, who will develop an independent and vibrant research program, collaborate well with the current investigators and contribute to the teaching of graduate students. OHSU offers a highly interactive research environment and immediate access to core facilities for various imaging modalities, cryo-electron microscopy, deep sequencing, proteomics, metabolomics, and more.

Assistant Professor in Chemical Biology (position #CB8893)

CPB invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position from individuals interested in merging chemical biology and physiology with the goal to develop and use molecular techniques that will further our understanding of diseases and their underlying mechanisms. Preference will be given to applicants with a research record in organic chemistry/chemical biology as well as neurophysiology, endocrinology and metabolism, cardiovascular physiology or cancer biology.

Assistant Professor in Physiology (position #PH1411)

CPB invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position from individuals applying cutting-edge techniques to the investigation of systems physiology. Preference will be given to applicants with a research record in neurophysiology, endocrinology, metabolism, cardiovascular or pulmonary physiology.

Open-Level Professorship in Structural Biology (position #SB5472)

CPB, in affiliation with the Knight Cancer Institute, invites applications for a tenure-track or tenured Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor faculty position from individuals interested in applying structural biology techniques to solve pressing questions in cancer, cell biology and/or physiology. Preference will be given to an independent research program aimed at elucidation of the structure and function of cancer related proteins and protein complexes using single particle cryoEM, cryoEM tomography, multicolor super resolution fluorescence microscopy and/or correlative light and electron microscopy.  Multiscale light and electron microscopy resources and advanced computing and storage are available via OHSU university shared resources and the OHSU-PNNL National Center for cryo electron microscopy (by competitive application).

To apply: please submit a single PDF file containing a cover letter (referencing the specific position number), curriculum vitae, and a statement of research interests (maximum 3 pages) to ph2search@ohsu.edu.  Please name the file as: Applicant’sLastName.Applicant’sFirstName.PositionNumber.pdf. Additionally, all applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent directly to ph2search@ohsu.edu.

Completed applications and letters of reference will be reviewed beginning October 15, 2019, however the positions will remain open until filled.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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Oregon Health & Science University is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research. As the state's only health and research university, OHSU's breakthrough research leads to new cures, new standards of care and a better understanding of health and the biomedical sciences. OHSU researchers are exploring new basic, clinical and applied research frontiers, environmental and biomedical engineering and information sciences. The Division of Biomedical Engineering strives to provide superb education and research in biomedical engineering, with a primary focus on applications to human health.

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