TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN CHEMISTRY AND UVA COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER - SMALL MOLECULE DRUG DISCOVERY

The Department of Chemistry and the National Cancer Institute-designated University of Virginia Comprehensive Cancer Center invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the field of drug discovery with a focus on small molecule approaches to treat cancer-relevant targets. The position is part of the UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center investment in drug discovery as well as a component of the University's new Grand Challenge Research Initiatives focus on Precision Medicine.

The new faculty member will join a vibrant, interdisciplinary research community in the Department of Chemistry and be an important member of the UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center. We offer a collegial and supportive environment with a strong record of supporting, mentoring, and championing new and junior faculty. The Chemistry Department and the Cancer Center offer many opportunities for collaboration within and between the School of Arts & Sciences and the School of Medicine. Primary appointment will be in the Department of Chemistry with joint appointments in the School of Medicine possible.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field at the time of appointment, a strong record of innovative research, and a commitment to high-quality teaching and mentoring of students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Application Instructions

UVA, a top five public university in the U.S., is an R1 Carnegie institution located in historic Charlottesville. Charlottesville is a scenic, culturally vibrant small city that frequently ranks among America’s best places to live. The Department of Chemistry is within walking distance of a world-class medical school, as well as UVA’s renowned business, commerce, public policy and data science schools, affording excellent opportunities for collaboration on scientific research, entrepreneurial ventures and science-driven issue advocacy. UVA has and continues to invest heavily in its STEM departments, including a recent $100 million renovation of the Chemistry building.

To apply for this position please click on (Interfolio Link) and attach the following required documents to your application.

1. Cover letter that succinctly highlights your most significant research accomplishments, experiences and qualifications as well as your commitment to cancer-focused medicinal chemistry efforts and a description of past experience and/or future plans to prepare students to be leaders in a globally connected world.

2. CV that includes contact information for three references.

3. A research statement that includes your vision for your research program at the university (2-3 pages). Potential applications of your proposed research program to cancer should be highlighted.

4. A statement on teaching and scientific mentoring that details your experience and goals (≤ 1 page).

**Applications that do not have all the required components will not receive full consideration.***

Review of applications will begin on November 2, 2024 and will remain open until the position is filled. The university will also perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification (FSAKA).

For questions about the positions, please contact Jetze Tepe, Search Chair, at tepe@virginia.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

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