Northwestern University

The department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine seeks a full-time tenure track Investigator at the rank of Assistant and Associate Professor. The department boasts a diverse faculty body, with research interests spanning a wide array of disciplines, including biochemistry, epigenetics, metabolism, and statistical genetics/computational biology.

The search committee chaired by Dr. Issam Ben-Sahra is particularly interested in candidates whose research expertise aligns with one or more of the following areas: neurobiology, immunity, epigenetics, and metabolism, to complement and enhance the existing faculty expertise within the department.

Successful candidates should hold a PhD and/or MD with expertise in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field by the time of appointment.

The start date is negotiable and the position will remain open until filled.

When applying, please upload a CV and cover letter describing your research interest and alignment with the position. Also upload this completed list of references form to suggest the names of individuals who could write letters of reference on your behalf. Please also include a selected list of five publications. All Application material must be received by December 1, 2023.

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