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Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Fall 2025

Employer
The Scripps Research Institute
Location
La Jolla, California
Salary
Negotiable.
Closing date
Nov 8, 2024
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Field of specialization
Biochemical, Biological, Microbiological, Organic, Physical
Work Function
Management-Laboratory
Job Type
Full time

Job Details

Scripps Research is conducting a broad faculty search for an outstanding candidate for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in either the Departments of Chemistry, Immunology & Microbiology, Integrative Structural & Computational Biology, Molecular Medicine, Molecular and Cellular Biology, or Neuroscience.  We are especially interested in candidates whose research programs envision a multidisciplinary perspective and cutting-edge experimental approaches.

Scripps Research promotes diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. We recruit, train, compensate and promote scientists regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected status. Individuals from groups that are underrepresented in biomedical research are highly encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have a Ph.D., PharmD., M.D., D.V.M., or equivalent in a relevant discipline, and an outstanding record of research that demonstrates originality in addressing significant and important biological questions.  Successful candidates will be expected to establish an active research group, be an interactive member of the faculty, and participate in interdisciplinary research and training. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, their Curriculum Vitae, three professional references, a current research statement, future research plans statement, and a diversity statement.  

Candidates are also requested to enclose a statement describing how their program can uniquely benefit from resources and expertise available at Scripps Research.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis by a diverse Search Committee. The first round of review will be concluded on applications submitted prior to December 31, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled, or by the close of May 2025. Anticipated start date is Fall 2025. 

Required components of the application include:

1.         Cover Letter

2.         Curriculum Vitae

3.         Research Statement (1 page limit)

4.         Future Research Plans (3-page limit)

5.         Diversity Statement (1 page limit) – see application for examples

6.         Benefits of Research Program at Scripps (1 page limit)

7.         Letters of Reference, uploaded by 3 referees

Company

The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) was founded in 1961, and is one of the largest private, non-profit biomedical research facilities in the country with over 3,000 employees. At the forefront of basic biomedical science, the Institute has made major contributions to the betterment of health and the human condition. We currently have the following position available.

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