Faculty Open Rank (Assistant, Associate or Full Professor)- Biological Sciences

$82,928 - $99,532/Yr

Hunter College - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

Educational Services

About the position

The Faculty Open Rank position in the Department of Biological Sciences at Hunter College is a tenure-track role focused on teaching, research, and guidance in biochemistry and cell signaling, particularly in relation to cancer biology. The successful candidate will be expected to establish independent research programs and contribute to the department's academic and administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels in biological sciences, focusing on biochemistry and cancer biology.
• Establish and sustain active, independent research programs in biochemistry with an emphasis on cancer biology.
• Engage in committee and department assignments, including administrative and supervisory functions.
• Guide and mentor students in research and academic pursuits.
• Contribute to the department's strengths in cancer-relevant signaling pathways.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a biochemistry-related discipline.
• Postdoctoral training and publications in peer-reviewed journals are required for all entry levels.
• Demonstrated commitment to experimental research and teaching.
• Teaching experience and a record of extramural funding and team management experience are required for candidates above the Assistant Professor level.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong record of research and external funding for senior candidates.
• Exceptional promise for entry-level candidates.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including health insurance and pension benefits.
• Paid parental leave.
• Savings programs.
• Mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication.