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department of Biochemistry

Faculty Search

 

Temple University School of Medicine is undergoing a large expansion in research including the opening of the 480,000 sq. ft. New Medical School Building within two years.  With this expansion, research in each of the basic science departments is being substantially increased. The Department of Biochemistry has received resources to recruit a number of new faculty members at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.  Dr. John M. Daly, Dean of the School of Medicine, appointed Dr. Donald L. Gill as Professor and Chair of the Department of Biochemistry in May 2007.  Dr. Gill was previously Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and built a strong research program studying molecular and cellular signaling mechanisms.

 

The Department of Biochemistry, Temple University School of Medicine, has a distinguished history in research, teaching, and graduate training. Under Dr. Gill’s leadership, the department will expand with the recruitment of several new faculty positions. Candidates are expected to have strong research background in one or more of the following disciplines: biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, biophysics, or related areas of expertise. The general area of research focus is signal transduction and signaling mechanisms. Research areas of particular interest include membrane protein structure and function, receptor-mediated signal transduction, channel and transporter proteins, intracellular signaling pathways, structure and role of transcriptional control factors, and nuclear regulatory pathways. However, candidates in other related areas of interest will also be given full consideration.

 

Applicants must have a strong record in research with excellent publication history and a demonstrated record or high potential to obtain major external funding support. The department along with the School of Medicine is developing an emphasis on translational research. The department enjoys strong interactions with the Fels Institute for Cancer Research, the Cardiovascular Research Center, the Sol Sherry Thrombosis Research Center, the Center for Obesity Research and Education, and the Center for Substance Abuse Research. Applicants with research interests connected with these centers and to develop translational research plans are particularly encouraged to apply.

 

Integral within the newly developing Department of Biochemistry is an expansion of graduate education. The department has a successful existing graduate training program and strong interactions with training programs in other basic sciences. In addition, appointed faculty will be encouraged to contribute strongly to the development of a new graduate training program in molecular and cellular signaling.


The department has a strong commitment to professional teaching programs including courses in biochemistry and molecular biology to medical, dental, and podiatry students. A demonstrated record of effective teaching and/or a strong potential for developing high quality teaching is important.

 

Applications should include curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and the names and contact information (including email addresses) of three individuals who have agreed to write letters of reference. Complete electronic applications should be submitted by email to: biochem@temple.edu. Questions about the search can be also be emailed to this address. Confidential letters of reference will be requested by the Search Committee directly from referees after an initial screening of applicants.

 

Department of Biochemistry
Temple University School of Medicine
3440 North Broad Street

6th Floor Kresge Building
Philadelphia, PA 19140

 

Kathleen Pope
Department Search Coordinator
Phone: (215) 707-3979
Fax: (215) 707-7536
pope@temple.edu

(Please note – applications can only be received at biochem@temple.edu)

 

 

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, Temple University actively encourages applications from women and members of all ethnic groups underrepresented in higher education.