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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Toxicology (Tenuretrack)
The Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences in the College of Agricultural Sciences and the Institute of Energy and Environment of The Pennsylvania State University are seeking applications for a tenuretrack faculty position at the Assistant/Associate Professor rank in Toxicology/Pharmacology. The position specifically focuses on environmental chemical contaminants of emerging importance (e.g. microplastics PFAS) and the in microbiome toxicology and metabolism/metabolomics with research interests encompassing the study of toxicology the microbiome inflammation cancer biology and/or the impact of environmental chemicals on disease. The faculty member will be expected to develop a strong high profile independent research program supported by extramural funding to generate novel discoveries. The successful candidate will assume a key role in interdisciplinary research collaborations and is cofunded through Penn State Universitys Institutes of Energy and the Environment (IEE) The successful candidate should be a collaborative leader who will promote and enhance excellence and innovation in interdisciplinary research.
As a new faculty member the candidate will benefit from collaborations with internationally recognized faculty within the Center for Molecular Toxicology and Carcinogenesis Penn State One Health Microbiome Center and graduate programs in Pathobiology Molecular and Cellular Integrative Life Sciences Physiology and Nutritional Sciences. This position has 75 research and 25 teaching responsibility which will include classes associated with the Pharmacology/Toxicology major in the department. The salary and startup package are competitive and commensurate with background and experience.
Qualifications:
Applicants with a PhD in toxicology pharmacology biochemistry cancer biology physiology microbiology or other relevant disciplines are encouraged to apply. Employment at the postdoctoral level with publications in exposome toxicology environmental health or cancer biology are preferred. The successful candidate must have completed all degree requirements by the appointment date. Utilization of modern approaches including metagenomics transcriptomics proteomics or metabolomics as well as comparative approaches across species are encouraged. Successful candidates must possess excellent research teaching and grant writing skills. Communication creative leadership congeniality and the ability to work cooperatively among a diverse population of students faculty staff industry and agency groups are required.
Community:
The Pennsylvania State University is a LandGrant university located in central
Pennsylvania. State College and the surrounding communities are home to approximately 100000 people including over 45000 students. The area is known for its highly ranked livability access to nature spanning beautiful mountains streams and parks and superb sports and recreational opportunities. State College has an excellent school system and offers a multitude of cultural events.
Application:
Please upload a letter of application including cover letter stating your interest and qualifications a summary of current and future research activities a current curriculum vitae academic transcripts statement of teaching philosophy a brief statement of professional career interests and research goals and the names with contact information of at least three professional references. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Jeff Peters Chair of the Search Committee. Review of applications will begin in March 2025 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity equity and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Consistent with Penn State policies the faculty member is expected to be a good citizen in the Department and to serve on Departmental College and University committees as appropriate. She or he will comply with all relevant policies and maintain high ethical standards.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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