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University of Massachusetts Amherst

UMass - Assistant Professor Biological Chemistry

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A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.

$101,722 / year median in Massachusetts

+12% projected growth

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The Department of Chemistry (http://www.umass.edu/chemistry) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track faculty member to develop or continue a vigorous research program in Experimental Biological Chemistry; applications are particularly encouraged in Macromolecular Structure and Function using NMR. Essential Functions The successful candidate will join a vibrant, collaborative and interdisciplinary biological chemistry and structural biology community at UMass Amherst. The candidate may choose to join the Molecular and Cell Biology Interdisciplinary Graduate Training Program (https://www.umass.edu/molecular-cellular/), the Institute for Applied Life Sciences (https://www.umass.edu/ials/) and the Biotechnology Training Program (https://btp.umass.edu/) or the Chemistry Biology Interface Training Program (https://cbi.chem.umass.edu/). Minimum Qualifications We are seeking talented applicants qualified for Assistant Professor positions. Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks will receive consideration. Women and applicants from other groups underrepresented in Chemistry are particularly encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Chemistry or a related field with relevant post-doctoral experience is required. Additional Details At UMass Amherst and in CNS, we strive to be a community where every individual feels a sense of belonging, where every individual is included, and where every individual is valued. These values and goals are reflected in the College of Natural Sciences' Inclusive Excellence framework and in the UMass Amherst's For the
Common Good:
2024-2034 Strategic Plan. This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval. Working Conditions Work is performed in a laboratory or healthcare setting and may involve exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases. Requires standing for extended periods of time and/or use of protective gear. Work Schedule and Work Arrangement Anticipated start date of September 01, 2027. Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week. Salary Information The University expects to pay within an approximate range between $79,350 and $126,956 for this position.
Please note:
The low end of this range is based on the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA. The high-end of the pay range reflects an increase above the median salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty experience. The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors, including faculty rank and required relevant certifications, when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.