Assistant Professor of Biochemistry - Full-Time

University of Pittsburgh

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Greensburg, Pennsylvania

In Person

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Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach a 24 credit-hour annual schedule covering biochemistry, biology, and chemistry courses. Additionally, they are expected to engage in scholarly research, contribute to departmental service, and advise student organizations.

Qualifications

The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry. A Ph.D. in Biochemistry or a closely related field is required, but ABD near completion will be considered. The role involves teaching courses such as biochemistry, general biology, and general chemistry, as well as engaging in professional development and service activities.

Job Description

The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Biochemistry to begin August 2026. A Ph.D. in Biochemistry or a closely related field is required; ABD near completion will be considered. 

Teaching: Successful candidates will be prepared to teach a 24 credit-hour per years schedule (typically 4 Classes Fall/4 Classes Spring), consisting of courses such as biochemistry, general biology, general chemistry, nursing chemistry, as well as possible upper-level courses for chemistry, biochemistry and/or biology majors. Possible upper-level course expertise in virology, immunology, microbiology, physical chemistry, environmental chemistry, or other specialties is considered favorably.

Professional Development: The Candidate is expected to engage in ongoing professional growth and scholarly activity, such as publishing research or pedagogical papers and/or presenting at professional conferences. Continued engagement with the biology, biochemistry, and/or chemistry community and the development of expertise within your field are especially encouraged.

Service: The Candidate is expected to contribute to the life of the department and the university through service activities, including participation on departmental and institutional committees. In particular, we seek someone willing to advise student clubs and organizations such as the Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta) Biology Honor Society and/or Gamma Sigma Epsilon Chemistry Honor Society.

Applications are to be submitted online at www.join.pitt.edu - Greensburg campus for consideration. Submit (1) a letter of application, (2) current curriculum vitae, (3) description of teaching accomplishments and statement of teaching philosophy, (4) a research statement that describes how the Candidate will involve undergraduates in their research, (5) graduate transcripts, and (6) contact information for three references. Questions can be directed to search committee chairperson Jordan Boothe at jrb270@pitt.edu.

Application deadline: May 8, 2026. Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For more information, visit www.greensburg.pitt.edu. AA/EOE

The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, a four-year liberal arts college and a regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh, offers 30 undergraduate degrees, 24 minors, and numerous pre-professional options as part of the highly-ranked University of Pittsburgh system. With low tuition and incredible hands-on learning opportunities, we offer personalized education with dedicated faculty.

University of Pittsburgh

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