Assistant or Associate Professor, Biochemistry (TTE) (Multiple Positions)

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (CBC) within both the College of Medicine Tucson and the College of Science at the University of Arizona invites applicants for an Assistant or Associate Professor tenure track position. The successful candidate will join a dynamic research environment within CBC with opportunities to collaborate with numerous departments and centers of excellence across the University. We seek candidates with a research and education program that is focused on biochemistry or structural biology.

Preference will be given to candidates with interests and expertise in experimental and/or computational biochemistry or structural biology of nucleic acids or related systems with an emphasis on research problems related to cancer. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience working with a variety of student populations stakeholders and colleagues.

Candidates must be committed to excellence in teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and to fostering a welcoming environment that supports students trainees staff and colleagues from a broad range of backgrounds. Candidates will be expected to lead a vigorous and sustainable research program as demonstrated by an excellent track record of creative research accomplishments and external funding.

Priority will be given to candidates with demonstrated potential to collaborate and participate in activities across campus that meet the strategic goals of the Department Colleges and University. Individuals who apply should be committed to collaboration and to working with faculty members in advancing research and practice within the program and across disciplines. We seek individuals who bring enthusiasm leadership capability and a strong commitment to academic excellence within the scholar-practitioner tradition.

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by November 15 2026.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Establish maintain and lead a vigorous productive nationally and internationally recognized research program in biochemistry or structural biology.
• Teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels and contribute to innovation in curricular development.
• Mentor students in an effective and respectful manner.
• Participate in outreach and contribute to department colleges and university service.
• Develop innovative approaches to enhancing student engagement and expanding collaborations with community and business partners.

KnowledgeSkills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Demonstrated excellence in research and education related to biochemistry or structural biology.
• Demonstrated leadership of research and outreach activities.
• Ability to attract and maintain external research funding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• PhD in Biochemistry or a closely related field.
• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Relevant publications in the field.
• Evidence of successful acquisition of research funding.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring students.

• Translational research experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in large-scale research endeavors.
• Experience engaging with industry partners.

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Cover Letter.
3. Statement of research plans (up to 6 pages including a 1-page executive summary).
4. Teaching and mentoring statement highlighting experiences and goals related to mentoring individuals from a broad range of backgrounds (up to 2 pages).